Environment Canada says a severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for parts of south-central Alberta.
The weather agency warned late Monday night of powerful wind gusts, baseball-sized hail and torrential rain could move through places like Blackie, Arrowhead, Milo, Vulcan, Carmangay and Lomond overnight.
Residents may also see intense lightning as well as tornadoes, which are possible with any thunderstorm that develops.
Environment Canada is asking people to take precautions as very large hail can damage property, break windows, dent vehicles and cause serious injury.
Strong wind gusts threaten to toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles.
Severe thunderstorm warnings are issued when imminent or occurring storms are likely to produce large hail, damaging winds, and torrential rainfall.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published on August 6, 2024.
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