Foothills County is currently under a severe thunderstorm watch.
According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, conditions are favourable for a severe thunderstorm to develop early this afternoon and into the evening.
Due to the weather, local travel delays are possible, and driving conditions could become difficult.
Environment and Climate Change Canada reminds people to head indoors if they hear thunder.
Lighting injuries and kills Canadians yearly, and heavy rain can cause flash floods to occur and can significantly reduce visibility.
Conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms in the area, which are capable of producing damaging wind, hail, or rain.
Large hail is capable of causing significant damage and injury.
To stay up to date on the weather, head over to our weather page.