Much of the eastern part of Alberta remains under severe thunderstorm warnings but a tornado warning was issued and lifted in about 20 minutes Sunday afternoon.
Tornado roping out east of forrestburg, Ab #abstorm pic.twitter.com/Xht2DSfHZz
“Doppler radar indicates a potential tornado near Hardisty and is moving east at 15 km/h. Communities in the path include Hardisty,” Environment Canada said in a statement just before 4:30 p.m. MT.
It was downgraded to a severe thunderstorm warning by about 4:46 p.m. MT.
Possible Tornado Alert Ended Jul03 446PM Flagstaff County https://t.co/B6uO3E9qa7 #ABemerg #ABtornado
“This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately.”