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Environment Canada Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Calgary

Gusts, heavy rain and quarter-size hail threaten local damage with likely travel disruption.

Overview

  • Environment Canada has an active severe thunderstorm warning for Calgary as a slow-moving storm crosses the south part of the city and parts of Calgary have already seen heavy rain.
  • The storm is expected to bring strong wind gusts, intense rainfall and hail up to about quarter size, increasing the risk of downed branches and property damage.
  • A separate air-quality advisory for elevated smoke remains in effect from earlier in the week and is forecast to ease by Wednesday.
  • Residents should avoid driving through flooded streets, secure loose outdoor items, and take shelter from hail and strong gusts until the warning is lifted.
  • The alert and impacts are based on Environment Canada guidance and local reporting, no damage or injuries have been confirmed so far and updates are expected as conditions change.