Severe Thunderstorm Warning Severe Weather Bulletin issued by Environment Canada at 8:05 PM EDT Saturday 17 March 2012.

- Watches/warnings in effect for southern Ontario... Severe Thunderstorm Warning for: =new= Ottawa North - Kanata - Orleans =new= Prescott and Russell =new= Winchester - Newington =new= Maxville - Alexandria. Weather spotters have reported hail from dime to Golf Ball sized associated with thunderstorms just east of Ottawa at 8 PM EDT. These storms are moving towards the southeast. Severe thunderstorms are imminent or occurring in the area. These storms may produce large hail, damaging winds or heavy rainfall. Remember that some severe thunderstorms can also produce tornadoes. Monitor weather conditions and take immediate safety precautions if threatening weather approaches. ---