Ontario has witnessed a wild summer of weather extremes, including many storm watches and warnings.

But, if, like many others, you are having a difficult time distinguishing between the two levels of storm alerts, the City of Ottawa has got you covered with a helpful and hilarious diagram that leans into its reputation as not just Canada's capital, but also the nation's shawarma capital.

While it is probably best known for its grand government buildings, Chateau-style architecture, and scenic canal and locks, Ottawa is a certified shawarma hub with over 200 restaurants specializing in the Middle Eastern street food.

So what better way to help locals understand the difference between storm warnings and storm watches than with a diagram using the beloved meal to illustrate what constitutes a watch versus a warning?

Here in #OttCity, we know our shawarma, but weather alerts can be confusing, let’s talk about the difference between a “watch” and a “warning.”
Remember:
Watch = Be aware.
Warning = Take action.
Learn more: https://t.co/NKtgEFZXSL pic.twitter.com/h7HSpMnyDi

— City of Ottawa (@ottawacity) July 24, 2024

The diagram compares a storm watch to shawarma, explaining that meteorologists will issue a watch when all the "ingredients" for a storm (or delicious snack) are in place. In contrast, a storm warning occurs when a storm is already occurring, compared in the diagram to "having shawarma right now!"

Awesome analogy… wait tho, now I’m hungry 😊

— DJ (@doug_tab1) July 24, 2024

Many commenters loved the humorous comparison, but a few were quick to point out that the illustration of a shawarma looked incomplete in terms of toppings.

I was coming here to praise the brilliance of this post, and then saw these glaring omissions you identified and now I have mixed feelings.

— James McCrea (@McC_1848) July 24, 2024

Others cracked fitting jokes.

Thundershawarm.

— Chris Taggart ⚡️🔌🏡 (@christaggart) July 24, 2024

But this is the internet, and many more commenters complained about the post. One user called the post "cringe," while another asked, "This is what our tax dollars are going to?"

Regardless of your take on the post, you might find yourself daydreaming about a delicious shawarma the next time you hear the distant rumble of thunder or see the skies darkening.