Severe storms, large hail risk on tap for parts of Alberta, Saskatchewan

Parts of Alberta and Saskatchewan will see the potential for some severe weather to start the weekend.

A surface-level trough is invoking some instability across the region, bringing the threat of heavy rain, strong winds, and toonie-sized hail.

The storm setup will begin around the lunch hour and continue well into the evening.

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Saturday

Timing: Afternoon into the evening hours

Location: Northern and eastern Alberta, central Saskatchewan

Weather: Areas from Fort McMurray to Regina will see scattered thunderstorms as the storm system develops throughout the afternoon.

Most of these storms will be non-severe in nature, however areas north of Saskatoon, west of Prince Albert as far as Cold Lake could see severe storms develop.

The storms are looking to develop around noon in the north and move towards the south into the evening.

The main hazards of severe thunderstorms include strong winds, heavy rainfall and large hail, which will be the biggest risk for those in areas that will likely see severe storms develop.

Have a backup plan in place in case severe weather comes to your area. Head indoors and stay alert to changing weather conditions.

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