Environment Canada has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for Cochrane and surrounding areas this afternoon.

The watch means that conditions are favourable for developing severe thunderstorms that could produce strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain. 

Thunderstorms are expected to develop along the central foothills this afternoon and persist into the evening hours. 

The severe thunderstorm watch is also in effect for: 

  • Mountain View Co. near Carstairs and Stirlingville
  • Mountain View Co. near Cremona and Water Valley
  • Mountain View Co. near Olds and Didsbury
  • Mountain View Co. near Sundre
  • Rocky View Co. near Airdrie and Crossfield
  • Rocky View Co. near Bottrel and Madden