Tag Archives: Weather
Prov. crews ready to tackle the season’s first snowfall
The Saskatchewan Highway's Department is prepared for snowfall, whenever it happens.Assistant Deputy Minister with Operations and Maintenance Division Tom Lees explains preparation starts early."It st...
Sep 28, 2019 (File photo/CKOM News Staff)
Winter is coming—time to switch to winter tires
With snow expected in Saskatchewan this weekend along with cooler temperatures, it's a good time to switch over.At Market Tire on 8th Street in Saskatoon Colton Ritchot said it's been busy."Friday was...
Sep 28, 2019 (File photo/CKOM News Staff)
Quick drop in temperatures expected for the weekend
The rose coloured glasses will be taken off as we enter the second-half of September. A significant plunge in the mercury is expected for this weekend."There is a very strong low-pressure system that'...
Sep 26, 2019 (Ronald Quaroni/paNOW Staff)
Abnormal temperatures smash daily-high records
Longstanding weather records wilted in Monday's heat.Environment Canada confirmed 13 communities broke their all time daily-heat records in Saskatchewan, including both Melfort and Prince Albert, whic...
Sep 17, 2019 Widespread heat was felt all over Saskatchewan on Monday. (Ron Quaroni/paNOW Staff)
Today's weather could beat a 131-year-old record
After what could generally be described as a disappointing set of summer months, Mother Nature could be sending Prince Albert and region off with temperatures for the record books.Environment Canada i...
Sep 16, 2019 (Ronald Quaroni/paNOW Staff)
Heavy fog mistaken for smoke: Prince Albert Fire Department
It was an ominous start to Friday the 13th.A large portion of Saskatchewan was cloaked in a very dense fog. This might have been the reason the Prince Albert Fire Department was called out on a case o...
Sep 13, 2019 An incredibly heavy fog in the early Friday morning resulted in locals calling into the Prince Albert Fire Department to report smoke. (Ronald Quaroni/paNOW Staff)
Rain continues to dampen farmers' spirits
Farmers are patiently listening to the forecast and watching the rain gauge as a cool and wet start to September has kept them out of the field.Meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada...
Sep 10, 2019 (file photo/paNOW Staff)
Farmer's Almanac predicting heavy snowfall this winter, with temperatures 'not quite so cold'
It's hard not to notice the chill in the air and the yellowing of the leaves. Many may want to avoid it, but a change of seasons is upon us.After fall comes the dreaded winter months, and it may help ...
Sep 02, 2019 Prince Albert residents can expect slightly higher snowfall amounts according to The Old Farmer's Almanac. (File Photo/ paNOW Staff)
Risk of summer frost in Prince Albert
Prince Albert and area gardeners who've meticulously picked weeds and pruned leaves all summer will want to take a few extra precautions tonight.With temperatures dipping as low as plus three degrees,...
Aug 20, 2019 Cool and clear condition this evening could bring Prince Albert and area gardens a touch of frost. (paNOW Staff/ Alison Sandstrom)
Prince Albert Ex marks a successful year
The 2019 Prince Albert Exhibition exceeded expectations. Heading into this year's fair, organizers hoped to have around 30,000 people come through the gates. But according to P.A. Exhibitions Presiden...
Aug 06, 2019 This year's exhibition was a success. (file photo/paNOW Staff)
