Alberta Emergency Alert issued a tornado warning for an area of the County of Barrhead on Thursday evening, as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was detected.
Warning Details
The warning was issued just before 9 p.m. MDT on July 9, 2026. According to the alert, it was in effect for the County of Barrhead near Thunder Lake and Holmes Crossing. Environment Canada meteorologists were tracking a severe thunderstorm that was possibly producing a tornado, as stated in the warning.
At 8:52 p.m. MDT, the storm was located near Thunder Lake Provincial Park, approximately 85 kilometers northwest of Edmonton, and was moving east at 25 kilometers per hour.
Recent Tornado Activity
This tornado warning comes roughly 24 hours after a tornado struck the Dillberry Lake Provincial Campground near the Saskatchewan border, injuring five people. The back-to-back severe weather events highlight the volatile conditions in the region.
Authorities urged residents in the affected areas to take immediate shelter and stay informed through official channels. More details are expected as the situation develops.
