A confirmed EF0 tornado touched down in Ontario on Monday afternoon, leaving a path of destruction in its wake and taking locals by surprise as severe thunderstorms moved through Toronto, Hamilton and Niagara.
The tornado, which hit the area of Niagara Falls, Ontario, at around 4 p.m. on September 9 and was confirmed by Western University's Northern Tornadoes Project, brought winds strong enough to knock down trees and strip shingles from rooftops.
Environment and Climate Change Canada issued a tornado warning just before 4:20 p.m., alerting people to the dangerous conditions as the storm moved southeast at 50 km/h. The threat of strong winds, large hail and heavy rain kept many on edge throughout the day all across the Golden Horseshoe.
People across the U.S. border in places like Grand Island and Buffalo, New York, also saw the storm brewing, with dark clouds and heavy winds making their way across the region. Some even captured stunning photos as the storm approached, showing just how widespread the severe weather was.
The damage left behind shows just how wild the weather got. Residents shared photos of uprooted trees, scattered debris, and homes missing parts of their roofs. Luckily, no injuries have been reported, but crews are still assessing the full extent of the damage.
Despite the chaos on Monday, there's good news ahead: The weather forecast for the rest of the week is looking much better, with sunny skies and warmer temps expected to stick around, according to The Weather Network.
Highs will hover in the low to mid-20s, with some areas getting a "second breath of summer" and possibly hitting 30-degree highs by the end of the week.
Stay safe out there, folks!
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