Wheatland County under Severe Thunderstorm Watch

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Wheatland County, including Strathmore, Lyalta, and Carseland.

The watch was announced on Tuesday (June 17) due to conditions being favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms.

"Driving conditions may be difficult," wrote Environment Canada. "Strong wind gusts can damage trees, buildings and overturn vehicles."

The group also asks that residents stay indoors during a thunderstorm, as lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.

You can keep updated on local weather conditions by visiting our forecast page.