Toronto and the majority of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are currently under a severe thunderstorm warning following a series of storms that impacted a broad region of Ontario on Tuesday evening. The warning was issued by Environment Canada just after 5:30 p.m. and lifted shortly before 7 p.m.

The National Weather Agency indicated that a cold front passing through the area was responsible for triggering these severe thunderstorms earlier in the day. In their advisory, they urged residents to be prepared for potentially dangerous weather conditions and to take immediate cover if threatening weather was approaching.

Residents in the affected areas can expect heavy downpours, which may lead to flash floods and significant water pooling on roadways. The severe weather has already resulted in strong wind gusts, which have been linked to incidents such as a tree branch falling on a woman and drywall striking several pedestrians in different locations within Toronto.

On a related note, Toronto Pearson Airport recorded an unprecedented temperature of 27.7 degrees Celsius, surpassing the previous record set in 1942. However, this warm weather is not expected to last, as forecasts predict a drop in temperature to a much cooler 3 degrees Celsius overnight.

The unsettled weather conditions are likely to impact sports fans heading to Maple Leaf Square for Game 5 of the playoff series between the Toronto Maple Leafs and the Ottawa Senators. The severe thunderstorms could pose challenges for those planning to attend the game, highlighting the importance of staying informed about the evolving weather situation.

For those interested in following the weather closely, more detailed information and a five-day forecast can be accessed through local weather services.