A tornado warning has ended for an area of southeastern Alberta near the community of Spondin.
The warning was issued at 3:16 p.m. Thursday and was dropped by 3:30 p.m.
A severe thunderstorm warning remained in place as of 3:33 p.m. Thursday.
Environment and Climate Change Canada said its meteorologists were tracking a severe thunderstorm that was possibly producing a tornado.
“Damaging winds, large hail and locally intense rainfall are also possible. Doppler radar indicates a potential tornado near Spondin and is tracking to the southeast at 50 km/h,” read the warning.
“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.”
When a tornado warning is issued, people should immediately go inside to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet.
Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building, the agency said.
“As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.”
For the latest information on weather warnings and alerts, visit Environment and Climate Change Canada’s website.
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