Thunderstorm expected in Montreal Tuesday afternoon

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Montreal and the surrounding areas are under a severe thunderstorm watch for Tuesday afternoon and evening.

Environment Canada issued the weather alert, stating “conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rain.”

The weather agency said the forecast confidence is high and the impact level is expected to be moderate.

It also warned that severe thunderstorms may produce tornadoes.

“Nautical activities may be hazardous due to sudden, severe wind gusts over bodies of water,” said Environment Canada.

“Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible.”

Heavy rain can cause flash flooding and significant reductions to visibility, the agency warned.