** UPDATE: The severe thunderstrom watch for our area has come to an end.

Late Monday morning Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm watch for the Foothills.

The development of severe thunderstorms is possible which could produce strong wind gusts, heavy rain, and large hail.

The watch is in effect for the following areas:

  • M.D. of Foothills near Cayley
  • M.D. of Foothills near High River and Aldersyde
  • M.D. of Foothills near Longview and Eden Valley Res.
  • M.D. of Foothills near Okotoks and De Winton
  • M.D. of Foothills near Priddis and Brown-Lowery Prov. Park
  • M.D. of Foothills near Turner Valley and Black Diamond
  • M.D. of Willow Creek near Claresholm and Stavely
  • M.D. of Willow Creek near Nanton and Parkland
  • Rocky View Co. near Bragg Creek and Tsuu T'ina Res.

Environment Canada says severe thunderstorms are possible in the afternoon and evening.

Up to date weather inforation can be found on the weather page.

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