Comments | Alberta and Saskatchewan, July 15-16, 2016. A storm system caused hail, heavy rain and flash flooding in parts of southern Alberta and southern Saskatchewan. On July 15, Lethbridge, Alberta was impacted by hail, while Calgary and Arbour Lake experienced localized flooding. On July 16, a torrential down pour consisting of 60 mm of rain in less than one hour hit the town of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, which caused flash flooding. In Alberta the hail damaged the roofs of homes, broke windows and dented vehicles. In Swift Current, flash flooding overwhelmed the city’s storm water system, which resulted in flooded basements and submerged vehicles. |