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Thunderstorm watch issued for South, Central Okanagan and Arrow Lakes

The severe thunderstorm watch was issued just before noon on Monday
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Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms. (Environment Canada)

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the South and Central Okanagan and the Upper and Lower Arrow Lake area.

According to Environment Canada, conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and heavy rain.

The watch also affects areas north of Kelowna through Cherryville and Mable Lake, over to Nakusp and south to Creston, Cranbrook and Trail.

Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce one or more of the following: large hail, damaging winds, and torrential rainfall.

Environment Canada warns heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.

Remember when thunder roars, go indoors.

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Jen Zielinski

About the Author: Jen Zielinski

I am a broadcast journalism graduate from BCIT and hold a bachelor of arts degree in political science and sociology from Thompson Rivers University. I enjoy volunteering with local organizations, such as the Okanagan Humane Society.
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