UPDATE: The wind warning for Red Dere and Central Alberta was ended at 1:24 a.m. Saturday.
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With the devastating windstorm of June 20 still fresh in the minds of many, it’s now possible we could see another one.
A wind warning is in effect for Red Deer and Central Alberta (Ponoka – Innisfail – Stettler).
Environment Canada says strong winds that may cause damage are expected from a strong cold front moving through the province late this afternoon. Behind this cold front, strong northerly winds will move into the region.
The strongest winds are expected between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m Saturday, when wind gusts to 100 km/h are possible. Environment Canada says winds will diminish later Saturday morning.
Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur. Gusty winds can damage soft shelters, tents and awnings at outdoor events. High winds may toss loose objects or cause tree branches to break. Be prepared to adjust your driving with changing road conditions due to high winds.
To report severe weather, send an email to ec.storm.ec@canada.ca or tweet reports using #ABStorm.
The wind warning is in effect for:
Camrose Co. near Bashaw and Meeting Creek
City of Red Deer
Co. of Paintearth near Halkirk and Big Knife Prov. Park
Co. of Stettler near Big Valley
Co. of Stettler near Botha and Gadsby
Co. of Stettler near Byemoor and Endiang
Co. of Stettler near Donalda
Co. of Stettler near Stettler Nevis and Rochon Sands
Flagstaff Co. near Forestburg and Galahad
Lacombe Co. near Clive Alix and Mirror
Lacombe Co. near Eckville
Lacombe Co. near Lacombe Blackfalds and Bentley
Ponoka Co. near Ponoka and Maskwacis
Red Deer Co. near Elnora Lousana and Delburne
Red Deer Co. near Penhold Innisfail and Bowden
Red Deer Co. near Pine Lake
Red Deer Co. near Spruce View and Red Lodge Prov. Park
Red Deer Co. near Sylvan Lake and Stephansson House
Wind warnings are also in place for the Drumheller – Three Hills, Hanna – Coronation – Oyen, Lloydminster – Wainwright – Vermilion – Provost, and Medicine Hat – Bow Island – Suffield areas.
