Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for a large section of eastern Ontario.
According to the weather authority, the Ottawa area all the way to Hawkesbury and then down to Kingston are all under a severe weather watch.
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Environment Canada says residents could expect winds as high as 100 km/h, toonie to golf ball-sized hail, heavy downpours and possible tornadoes.
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The severe weather could potentially hit sections of eastern Ontario late Thursday afternoon or evening.
Environment Canada urges residents to take cover if they encounter dangerous weather systems.
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