A special weather statement has been issued for the North Bay area.

Environment Canada says scattered thunderstorms are forecast with many expected to produce pea-sized hail.

Isolated wind gusts up to 70 km/h are also possible.

The system is expected to move east of the area by this evening.

Meantime, the city advises that because of extremely wet conditions ball diamonds, soccer fields and football fields have been CLOSED today (Tuesday).

All games and practices are cancelled.

However, officials say Powerade and Minute Maid Fields at the Omischl Complex will remain open tonight.

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