Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued a tornado warning for areas south of Calgary including Okotoks.
“At 4:11 pm MDT, [ECCC] meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm that is possibly producing a tornado,” the alert reads.
It says the radar shows a possible tornado just west of Okotoks and heading east with Aldersyde also in the path.
“This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately.”
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The full warning also includes Diamond Valley, High River, and De Winton. The tornado warning does not include Calgary but the city is under a severe thunderstorm watch which does include a “slight chance” of a tornado.
ECCC says you should get as low as you can.
“Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell, or interior closet,” the alert advises.
“Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers, and another temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.”
ECCC issues tornado warnings when imminent or occurring thunderstorms are likely to produce or are producing tornadoes.
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