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Prepare for a Stormy Saturday in Saskatchewan: High Winds and Hail Expected!

2025-06-14

Author: Jacques

Severe Storm Warning for Saskatchewan

Get ready, Saskatchewan! This Saturday, conditions are ripe for severe storms, bringing dangerous wind gusts of up to 100 km/h and hail the size of toonies. Officials from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) are urging residents to stay alert.

The Dangers Lurking in the Storms

These storms pose serious threats: hail can wreak havoc on property, shatter windows, and dent vehicles, while the powerful wind gusts can damage buildings, uproot trees, and even send larger vehicles flying off the roads. Heavy rainfall during these storms can lead to flash floods, making water activities perilous.

While getting struck by lightning is statistically rare, it’s still a risk. ECCC highlights that each year, Canada sees an average of two to three lightning-related fatalities and around 80 injuries, mostly occurring in the summer months. Dangerous scenarios often arise when people seek shelter under trees.

Tornado Alerts from Recent Storms

Just days before this Saturday’s anticipated storms, a series of intense thunderstorms swept through Saskatchewan, covering a remarkable 200-kilometre stretch from Macklin to the U.S. border. ECCC meteorologist Brian Luzny reported heavy downpours in Cabri and hail varying from pea to dime size in Macklin.

Social media buzzed with images that some mistook for snow, but it turned out to be a significant accumulation of hail. Just as concerning, there have been reports of a possible tornado sighting near Coleville, about 30 kilometres north of Kindersley. Tornado warnings were in effect in that region, although it’s still under investigation whether the tornado sighted was genuine.

Tornado Activity in the Region

According to The Weather Network, this season has already seen two confirmed tornadoes in Saskatchewan, with the Northern Tornadoes Project verifying their occurrence on June 2, just south of Cut Knife, located 50 kilometres west of Battleford. Normally, Saskatchewan experiences about 14.6 tornadoes each year, placing it second among Canadian provinces.

As this Saturday approaches, it's essential to stay informed and take necessary precautions. Be prepared for the stormy weather ahead!