Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes are possible across Alberta, with the Edmonton region under multiple weather advisories. The storm system is expected to develop in the late afternoon across central Alberta, bringing intense weather conditions (ca.news.yahoo.com).
The region has already experienced record-breaking rainfall, with Edmonton setting a new record for the wettest summer on record. As of Tuesday morning, the city had received 580 millimetres of rain, surpassing the previous record set in 1953 (castanet.net). This has led to widespread flooding and challenges for residents.
Meteorologists have noted an unusual pattern of activity, referring to it as the "Edmonton storm train" on social media. The province is seeing an increase in severe weather events, including tornadoes, with multiple advisories overlapping in the region (edmontonjournal.com).
The weather service has issued warnings for severe thunderstorms and possible tornadoes, urging residents to stay alert and take necessary precautions. (globalnews.ca)
