Residents in Sarnia, Ontario, should prepare for strong wind gusts starting this afternoon and continuing through the night on March 13, 2026. Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the city, Petrolia, and Western Lambton County.
Westerly and southwesterly winds are expected to strengthen throughout the day. Gusts are forecast to reach between 70 and 90 kilometres per hour, particularly in the late afternoon and early evening hours.
The weather agency warns that these high winds may lead to isolated power outages and create difficult conditions for people travelling. Utility providers like Bluewater Power typically prepare for these situations by watching wind speeds and getting crews ready to fix any damage to the electrical grid.
Residents are advised to stay informed about the changing conditions and be ready for potential power interruptions. The winds are expected to calm down and become less of a concern after moving through the region tonight.
