A stormy week in the Meadows will get under way on Thursday as another round of severe storms will hit parts of the region. A severe thunderstorm risk covers much of Alberta on Thursday, including the risk of a tornado or two in the province’s largest cities. More on the timing and impact of the storm, below. DON’T MISS: Several confirmed tornadoes hit prairie amid stormy week
THURSDAY: CHANCE OF WEATHER IN ALBERTA
Thursday is shaping up to be another active day in the Prairies, with the risk of severe thunderstorms spreading across Alberta during the day. Severe thunderstorms are likely to develop across the foothills during the day Thursday, moving east from there as we head into the evening hours. Supercells are powerful. The strongest storms could bring large hail, damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall. A tornado or two cannot be ruled out. Keep a close eye on watches and warnings as you go about your day Thursday, and have a plan in mind if you need to take immediate action to stay safe from a dangerous storm. MUST READ: Everyone needs an emergency kit at home. Here’s how to save yours The storm risk will slowly shift east on Friday as the surface low responsible for the latest round of storms heads into Saskatchewan, targeting eastern Alberta and Saskatchewan with a storm threat once again. Warmer temperatures are forecast across the region this week, with a few days in the mid to upper 20s to low 30s late in the week and into the weekend. Above-season temperatures are expected for next week, but not too hot. Forecasters are also watching for the potential for a major system this weekend, as a developing low pressure system could track the region with possible widespread rain and thunderstorms, especially for parts of Saskatchewan and Manitoba. — Thumbnail courtesy of Jenny Hagan Be sure to check back for the latest updates on the storm threat across the prairies.
