Severe thunderstorm threat expected this afternoon and evening

Environment Canada says conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms across the Sudbury area this afternoon and evening, with the potential for damaging winds and large hail.Forecasters warn storms could produce wind gusts of up to 90 km/h and quarter-sized hail. While rapidly developing thunderstorms are possible, officials note that forest fire smoke in the upper atmosphere may limit storm development.The storms could lead to utility outages and other weather-related