Severe thunderstorm watch issued for the North Thompson

The forecast for this afternoon and evening is certainly not favourable.

Environment Canada has issued a ‘severe thunderstorm watch’ for the North Thompson, as well as the 100 Mile, Cariboo and Prince George regions.

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for #PrinceGeorge #WilliamsLake #Quesnel #100MileHouse and #NorthThompson. Please send weather reports with the hashtag #BCStorm. For further information & updates on watches & warnings: https://t.co/pdZSfGG5zU

— ECCC Weather British Columbia (@ECCCWeatherBC) July 6, 2020

"Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain,” the alert says.

The alert warns that large hail can cause property damage, while strong wind gusts can cause potential danger in many ways as well.

Of course, heavy downpours can provide plenty of issues when it comes to flash floods and water pooling on roads.

If you hear thunder or see lightning, try to stay indoors as much as possible.

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