Possible tornado leaves flooded streets and uprooted trees across Repentigny
Environment and Climate Change Canada reports low-intensity system struck Sunday afternoon; Northern Tornadoes Project to assess whether it was tornado.
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Flooded streets, damaged roofs, and uprooted trees were reported in Repentigny on Sunday, August 2 in the afternoon after what Environment and Climate Change Canada says may have been a low-intensity tornado. The weather system was observed in southern Quebec at around 2 p.m., with images of damage circulating quickly on social media.
No injuries have been reported, according to authorities. The event will be reviewed by the Northern Tornadoes Project to determine whether it officially qualifies as a tornado. The assessment could take time as the organization studies footage and ground reports.
The possible tornado in Repentigny comes less than a week after a suspected waterspout was observed on July 30 in Sainte-Clotilde in the Montérégie region. That event will also be assessed by the Northern Tornadoes Project to confirm its exact nature. Both incidents underscore the risks posed by severe weather systems in Quebec during summer months.
At a glance
What happened in Repentigny on Sunday, August 2?
A possible low-intensity tornado struck Repentigny in the afternoon, causing flooded streets, damaged roofs, and uprooted trees. No injuries were reported.
When will authorities confirm whether it was actually a tornado?
The Northern Tornadoes Project will assess the event to determine whether it officially qualifies as a tornado. The organization will study footage and ground reports, and the assessment could take time.
