A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Foothills.

According to Environment Canada conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms to develop that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.

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.

Stay up to date on conditions by visiting the weather page.

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