A severe thunderstorm watch was issued at 10:55 a.m. for Drumheller on Wednesday, July 22.
Thunderstorms are forming this morning on the foothills. These thunderstorms will move eastward and, as they do so, will have the potential to become severe. The main threats with these severe thunderstorms will be hail to the size of golf balls and wind gusts in excess of 90 km/h.
Thunderstorms will move eastward through the day and this watch may be expanded to the east. Very large hail can damage property, break windows, dent vehicles and cause serious injury. Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. Stay indoors when a thunderstorm strikes. There isn't a place outside that is safe during a thunderstorm. Environment Canada meteorologists will update alerts as required.