A thunderstorm that blew through Edmonton Saturday afternoon battered local yards and gardens and caused flooding in some neighbourhoods.
Environment Canada issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Edmonton, including St. Albert and Sherwood Park, at 2:06 p.m. The warning ended at 4:13 p.m..
“A slow-moving thunderstorm is currently sitting over the city of Edmonton and is moving to the southwest at 10 km/h. This thunderstorm is producing localized flooding,” the advisory said.
Pea-sized hail along with heavy downpours were reported throughout the city — with larger amounts in north and east Edmonton.
The storm lasted a couple of hours.
There were several reports of flooded roads, including along 99 Street near 53 Avenue.
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There are also reports of flooding along Whitemud Drive.
Shoppers at the Capilano Walmart reported water upto their knees when leaving the store just before 3 p.m..
Pat Hutchison, a spokesperson for the City of Edmonton, said there are no reports of major flooding, but city drainage crews are working to clear debris from a number of streets where the downpour has caused flooding.
Hutchison added that there are also a number of spots throughout the city where manholes have become dislodged.
She said the majority of flood-related calls are coming from the Capilano area.
She advised drivers to avoid underpasses and be alert.
READ MORE: Funnel Cloud advisory issued for east-central Alberta including Edmonton
Earlier in the day, Environment Canada issued a weather advisory warning conditions were favourable for the development of funnel clouds Saturday afternoon and evening.
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