A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for southeastern B.C.
Environment Canada issued the alert Tuesday, saying conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and heavy rain.
- Most flood preparations complete in First Nation as it braces for rising water
- Residents of Peace River warned of possible flooding, to be ready to evacuate
- Spring snowstorm drops 10 cm of snow on Cranbrook, knocks out power
- Montreal community ramps up flood defences as rising river levels spark concern
The alert stretches from just east of Osoyoos to the Alberta border and encompasses all of the Kootenays.
The national weather agency is forecasting highs of up to 23 C for the region, along with a 30 per cent chance of showers, wind gusts up to 70 km/h and a risk of thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening.
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