Residents in Amherstburg and surrounding communities are being urged to prepare for severe weather as a strong line of thunderstorms moves into the region tonight, April 6, 2026. The Essex County Storm Chasers issued an alert today, warning that the incoming storms bring a significant risk of high winds and hail to Amherstburg, Harrow, Colchester, and Essex.
According to Environment Canada, a severe thunderstorm warning is typically triggered by wind gusts reaching 90 km/h or greater, or the presence of hail at least 2 cm in diameter. Local authorities are asking residents to remain alert and monitor official updates as the weather situation develops throughout the evening.
This weather event follows a recent history of active storm seasons in the area. The region has frequently faced severe conditions, including widespread power outages and storm damage in August 2023. Additionally, researchers from Western University’s Northern Tornadoes Project have documented the area’s susceptibility to intense storms, including a confirmed EF-1 tornado that struck Amherstburg on March 16, 2024.
With the typical tornado season in Ontario extending from April to September, the City of Windsor and other local agencies remind residents to stay informed through reliable weather monitoring sources. Officials emphasize the importance of having an emergency plan in place when severe weather alerts are issued.
