Conditions are favourable for the development of squalls with wind gusts up to 35 knots, frequent lightning and hail.Thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and persist into the evening hours.###Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. For more information monitor Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and large hail.Thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon and persist into the evening hours.###Strong wind gusts can damage trees, buildings and overturn vehicles.Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain.Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NTstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #NTStorm.