Parts of Alberta could be hit with some extreme weather as Environment Canada issues multiple warnings and watches late Friday.
A tornado warning for Airdrie, Cochrane, Didsbury, Olds and Sundre was downgraded to severe thunderstorm just before 11 p.m. MT.
“Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible,” the agency said in a release.
I have never seen so many chasers on a storm in Alberta before. From east of the QE2. #abstorm 958pm pic.twitter.com/5zKq2Lsvew
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“This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches.”
Severe thunderstorm watches are in place for Caroline, Innisfail, Ponoka, Red Deer, Rocky Mountain House and Stettler.
“Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors,” Environment Canada says.
Another view of the tornado warned storm by Didsbury. #abstorm 926pm pic.twitter.com/OM9fV0dkyY
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There are heat warnings in effect for northeastern parts of the province as well.