Funnel clouds possible Tuesday afternoon around central Alberta

Aug 11, 2026 | 12:46 PM

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says conditions will be favourable for the development of funnel clouds on Tuesday.

Per ECCC:

These types of funnel clouds are generated by weak rotation under rapidly growing clouds or weak thunderstorms.

This weak rotation is normally not a danger near the ground. However, there is a chance that this rotation could intensify and become a weak landspout tornado.

If conditions become more favourable for the development of landspout tornadoes, watches and warnings will be issued by Environment Canada.

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Landspout tornadoes do not usually cause significant damage but can still be dangerous. They can be strong enough to topple trees, damage roofs or toss debris short distances.

Treat any funnel cloud sighting seriously. Should a funnel cloud develop nearby, prepare to take shelter. These funnel clouds usually appear with little or no warning.

You can continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada, and to see if your area is affected, here. To report severe weather, send an email to ABstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on social media using #ABStorm.

by Josh Hall

Funnel clouds possible Tuesday afternoon around central Alberta

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