Tornado watch issued for northern Central Alberta

There is a risk of a tornado in northern parts of Central Alberta, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.

Tornado watch issued for northern Central Alberta Published 3:40 pm Tuesday, July 14, 2026 There is a risk of a tornado in northern parts of Central Alberta, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada. A Yellow Watch for a tornado was issued at 3:20 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14 for Brazeau County, County of Wetaskiwin, Lac Ste. Anne County, Leduc County, Parkland County, Ponoka County, Sturgeon County and Yellowhead County.

“Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain. There is also a risk of a tornado,” the watch stated. “Thunderstorms will develop along the terrain in the Rocky Mountain House and Edson regions late this afternoon.

Thunderstorms will move towards Central Alberta and are expected to reach the Edmonton area later this evening.” Damage to roofs, fences, branches or soft shelters is possible, stated Environment and Climate Change Canada. “Be prepared for severe weather.

If threatening weather approaches, take cover in a basement or interior room. If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail,” stated the watch. “Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.

Don’t drive through flooded roadways. Large hail can cause significant damage and injury. Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain.”