Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Watches Issued for Saskatchewan
Tornado, severe thunderstorm watches in place for south and east Saskatchewan
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A tornado watch is in effect for southeast Saskatchewan and parts of Manitoba, with Environment Canada warning of severe thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes, strong winds, and large hail. Areas affected include Estevan, Carnduff, and Moosomin, with potential wind gusts up to 120 km/h and hail reaching 9 cm.
- 01A tornado watch is active for southeast Saskatchewan and parts of Manitoba as of 1:09 p.m. on Sunday.
- 02Severe thunderstorms may produce wind gusts up to 120 km/h, hail up to 9 cm, and rainfall exceeding 50 mm.
- 03Environment Canada warns of significant damage to homes and infrastructure due to severe weather conditions.
- 04Residents are advised to seek shelter in sturdy buildings and avoid temporary structures during severe weather.
- 05A severe thunderstorm watch covers southern, central, and eastern Saskatchewan, including Regina, with risks of wind gusts up to 100 km/h and hail up to 4 cm.
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A tornado watch has been issued for southeast Saskatchewan and parts of Manitoba, indicating favorable conditions for severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes, strong winds, large hail, and heavy rain. Areas such as Estevan, Carnduff, and Moosomin are under alert, with Environment Canada predicting wind gusts up to 120 km/h, hail reaching 9 cm in diameter, and rainfall exceeding 50 mm. The severe weather outbreak is expected to develop rapidly throughout the afternoon, with significant risks of damage to homes and infrastructure. Residents are advised to take precautions, including seeking shelter in sturdy buildings and avoiding mobile homes and temporary structures. A broader severe thunderstorm watch also encompasses southern, central, and eastern Saskatchewan, including Regina, with potential wind gusts of 100 km/h and hail up to 4 cm. Environment Canada emphasizes the importance of preparedness and immediate action in the event of threatening weather.
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Residents in affected areas may face significant damage to property and infrastructure from severe weather conditions.
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