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The Greater Toronto Area, including the Durham region, is subject to heavy torrential rains that could begin on Thursday afternoon and in the evening
. heat and moisture, mixed with thunderstorms, could produce intense torrential downpours.
READ MORE: A short and intense storm causes power outages and damage in Toronto
The weather service says the storm is expected to slow down and some places could receive between 25 to 50 millimeters of rain a short period of time.
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Authorities said some areas could also receive gusts of up to 90 km / h, which could cause trees and power lines to fail, causing power outages.
Rain showers can cause flash floods in low areas near streams, streams and lakes.
READ MORE: Ontario's windstorm caused $ 380 million in damage, according to the Insurance Bureau of Canada
Authorities remind residents of take shelter if threatening weather approaches
The warm, humid weather that southern Ontario will experience since the Canada Day weekend should dissipate on Friday morning
. relatively more comfortable advance until next Monday when temperatures rise again.
Relief from the heat wave is in sight for #Toronto ! In front of a cold front, there is a risk of showers / risk of storm Thursday afternoon / evening – potential for heavy showers and strong winds. More comfortable weather this weekend but warming next week! pic.twitter.com/CHrs7KBqeT
– Ross Hull (@Ross_Hull) 4 July 2018
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