Overview
- A tornado passed near Rocky Mountain House on Saturday, July 18, and was filmed by an Alberta 511 highway camera before researchers later confirmed at least one twister in the area.
- Clearwater County and local officials report significant damage to homes, buildings, trees, roads and power infrastructure but say no injuries have been reported to date.
- Environment Canada issued an escalating red tornado warning for parts of central Alberta that was later lifted, and Alberta Emergency Alert upgraded and then downgraded advisories as the storm moved through the region.
- Emergency crews, Alberta Forestry and Parks, county and town public works teams have been clearing debris, restoring access and addressing safety hazards such as downed trees and power lines.
- The Northern Tornadoes Project has dispatched field crews for detailed surveys, the provincial government is coordinating support, and residents are being urged to document damage and contact their insurers for claims.