In addition to the city, the clock includes St. Joseph’s Island as well as some areas north of the city
With a cold front entering the area, Environment Canada has issued a severe storm watch for the Sault area as a storm line approaches.
“Conditions are favorable for the development of severe storms that may be able to produce strong wind gusts, heavy hail and heavy rains,” said a warning issued by Environment Canada.
Wind gusts of up to 90 km / h and nickel-sized hail with heavy local showers are also possible.
The clock was issued for areas that include:
- Sault Ste. Marie – St. Joseph’s Island
- Searchmont – Montreal River Harbor – Batchawana Bay
Meanwhile, a severe storm warning has been issued in the Agawa Park and Lake Superior area.