Much of Vancouver Island is under a severe thunderstorm watch Monday afternoon.
Environment Canada says inland regions of the island from Victoria to Woss, and northern Vancouver Island from Courtenay to Cape Scott, can expect thunder, strong winds, large hail and heavy rain.
Inland areas are mountainous terrain, including parts of Highway 19 and Highway 28, west of Campbell River, are at particular risk."Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year," Environment Canada said. "Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors."
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