Severe thunderstorm watch issued for Calgary and surrounding areas

Thunderstorm clouds form near Calgary, Ab., on July 9, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS IMAGES/Larry MacDougal

By Rachneet Randhawa

Posted Jul 2, 2022 12:12 pm.

Last Updated Jul 2, 2022 1:21 pm.

Severe thunderstorms are expected for parts of southern Alberta on Saturday.

Environment Canada meteorologists say they are tracking a severe thunderstorm.

The thunderstorm watch was issued for Calgary and surrounding areas including Airdrie, Cochrane, Olds, Sundre, Kananaskis, Canmore, Okotoks, High River and Claresholm.

 

Strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain are in the forecast.

Environment Canada warns severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes.

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-With files from Camae Marayag

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