A Tornado Watch has been issued Thursday afternoon for the city of Lethbridge and surrounding areas.According ...
Tornado Watch issued for Lethbridge and surrounding areas A Tornado Watch has been issued Thursday afternoon for the city of Lethbridge and surrounding areas. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Strong winds, large hail and heavy rain are also possible.
Officials say significant damage or destruction to infrastructure, homes and the natural environment is possible. Tornado watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes.
- Published
- Jul 16, 2026
- Updated
- Jul 16, 2026
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- Lethbridge News Now
- Category
- Environment
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- 1 min
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