Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for Strathmore

Environment Canada (EC) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Strathmore and the surrounding area.

The watch was issued on Wednesday (Aug. 6) as conditions may lead to the development of dangerous thunderstorms. The group added that these storms may produce large hail, torrential rain, and funnel clouds.

"Conditions will improve this evening," wrote EC. 

This is the second Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued this week, with the first being issued on Monday.

The group asks that residents go indoors to stay away from the rain, hail, and lightning.

The watch also affects Wheatland County near Lyalta and Carseland.

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