Severe thunderstorm warning, watch for Calgary ends: ECCC

A severe thunderstorm watch and warning issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada issued for Calgary Monday ended.

The weather agency said conditions were favourable for developing dangerous thunderstorms that may produce damaging wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.

Meteorologists said there was potential for severe weather Monday evening.

“Large hail can damage property and cause injury. Very strong wind gusts can damage buildings, down trees and blow large vehicles off the road. Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes,” the ECCC said.

“Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.”

As of 3:30 p.m., rain has come down in some areas of the city, with areas like the Panorama neighbourhood experiencing flash flooding.

A car on a flooded road in the Panorama Hills neighbourhood in Calgary on Monfday, July 17, 2023. (Courtesy Louise Duncan)

The city has been hit with multiple storms lately, with one in the Didsbury area producing a tornado that damaged homes.

In June, parts of the city were hit with flash flooding, which led to some drivers getting stuck under overpasses.

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Visitors at the Stampede grounds were also hit with quick bursts of rain.

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