Tornado warning issued for Brockville, Thousand Islands region as severe storm passes through area

Residents of Brockville and the Thousand Islands region received a tornado warning on their phones today (Tuesday, June 30) at 1:10 pm from Environment Canada.

The warning was categorized as in the Red Level.

The national weather monitoring service classifies impact level as “extreme” and their forecast confidence to “very high.”

“Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado. Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible,” the weather agency stated.

The potential tornado is located near Marysville and Gananoque but moving quickly to the southeast at 180 km/h.

Environment Canada says that other communities in its path are Willowbank and Eastview.

“This is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation,” the agency stated.

“Take cover immediately in a basement, interior room, or a sturdy shelter when threatening weather approaches. If no shelter is available, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.”

If out on the water, Environment Canada advises returning to shore immediately if possible and seeking shelter.

“Otherwise,” the warning reads, “move away from the path of the tornado to escape. Wear your lifejacket, lie face down and protect your head.”

A Yellow Watch, indicating risk of sever thunderstorm, is also in effect for the region.