Environment Canada says more thunderstorms are possible on Wednesday. (Lara Fominoff/650 CKOM)

By CKOM News Staff

Thunderstorm warnings issued in central Saskatchewan

Jun 12, 2024 | 1:38 PM

After some thunderstorms rolled through Saskatchewan overnight, Environment Canada is warning that more thunder and lightning could be coming on Wednesday.

The weather service issued severe thunderstorm warnings and watches for parts of central and eastern Saskatchewan on Wednesday, saying meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm which could produce nickel-sized hail and heavy rain.

“Large hail can damage property and cause injury,” Environment Canada cautioned.

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“Remember, severe thunderstorms can produce tornadoes. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches.”

The alerts covered an area east of Saskatoon to the Manitoba border, stretching as far north as Melfort and Tisdale and south to Regina.

The latest information on the alerts can be found on Environment Canada’s website.