Tornado warning issued for Fort Saskatchewan and North Strathcona County

A tornado warning has been issued for parts of Alberta near Fort Saskatchewan Friday evening.

The region just east of Edmonton is under a severe thunderstorm watch, which meteorologists say could produce a tornado.

As of 4:52 p.m., Environment Canada says the storm they are watching is 10 km east of Fort Saskatchewan and is moving east at 15 km/h.

Tornado warning and thunderstorm watch areas on June 14. (Photo Credit: Environment Canada)

A warning has been issued as it could be a life-threatening situation.

If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, swirling debris near the ground, flying debris, or any threatening weather approaching, take shelter immediately.

“Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can,” reads Environment Canada’s warning.

“As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.”

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