Expect Strong Winds this Evening in Oxford County

Thursday, 16 December 2021 15:13

The strong winds will continue this evening with gusts reaching 70-90 km/h.

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for much of Southwestern Ontario, including Oxford County.

They warn about the potential for strong wind gusts this afternoon and evening. It has been a windy day in Oxford County, with no signs of the winds subsiding until later tonight. Gusts could reach between 70-90 km/h over the next several hours.

This is caused by a Colorado low moving through Ontario right now.

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