Current Conditions - Lethbridge, AB

Latest Weather News - Lethbridge

• Lethbridge water rescue team provides safety tips for river users

  Water levels are high on the Old Man River due to spring run-off and recent rain, with a variety of dangerous debris creating potential hazards for river users.

  Environment

  May 16
• Tornado warning briefly issued for portion of southeastern Alberta near Hanna

  A tornado warning was issued Thursday afternoon for an area of southeastern Alberta, and later downgraded to a severe thunderstorm warning.

  Weather

  May 16
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• Canada tourism struggling as wildfires rage: ‘The whole country is not on fire’

  Canada's tourism industry is trying to put on its Sunday best this week as one of its biggest challenges plays out in technicolour just a few hundred kilometres away: wildfires.

  Fire

  May 15
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• Changing winds expected to help fight Fort McMurray wildfire that forced evacuation

  In all, about 6,600 residents from the southern part of Fort McMurray, a community of about 68,000 people, have been forced to leave their homes.

  Canada

  May 15
• Irrigation season starts in southern Alberta

  “There's a lot of math honestly that's going on behind the scenes making sure we have enough water to last us through the season." Davie explained "Because we're only in May ..."

  Canada

  May 13
• ‘Panic and anxiety’: Western Canada continues evacuations as wildfires rage on

  Smoke from the numerous wildfires has also been causing reduced visibility and air quality issues in several prairie cities

  Canada

  May 12
• Wildfire smoke prompts air quality advisory for Edmonton and surrounding area

  An special air quality statement has been issued for the Edmonton region due to wildfire smoke that has drifted into the area from northeastern B.C.

  Environment

  May 11
• Sunshine, warm weather brings return of patio season in Lethbridge

  The City of Lethbridge says there were 13 permits issued for patios, street vendors and parklets last year and the city is anticipating more as summer approaches.

  Canada

  May 10
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• Hot weather in the forecast for Mother’s Day in Alberta

  Mother Nature will be providing Albertans with a gift of her own this Mother's Day weekend in the form of unseasonably warm weather.

  Weather

  May 10
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• Northern lights could appear across Canada as ‘severe’ geomagnetic storm nears

  Clear skies in your area could mean a spectacular display of northern lights, thanks to a severe geomagnetic storm expected to hit Earth.

  Weather

  May 10
• Rainstorm ‘not enough’ to pull Alberta out of drought, expert says

  The rain event hitting much of Alberta for several days is well timed and well located but it's not enough to pull Alberta out of drought, experts say.

  Weather

  May 7
• Worried about flood damage to your home? Here’s what you can do

  For those worried about flood damage to their properties, experts suggest taking action to protect against the worse effects of extreme weather events.

  Canada

  May 7
• Rain barrel usage increasing in southern Alberta

  The looming concerns of a drought are leaving many to consider conservation options, such as rain collection barrels. Local businesses are reporting higher demand and lower stock.

  Canada

  May 6
• A month’s worth of rainfall in 48 hours expected in some parts of Alberta

  People living in southern Alberta are being warned to prepare for a significant storm that could result in 80 millimetres of rain falling in some areas.

  Weather

  May 6
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• Alberta releases drought response plan, including steps it would take to declare emergency

  Stage 5 of the plan would be declaring an emergency under the Water Act. The province said this would only be done as a last resort.

  Environment

  May 2
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• Rocky Mountains’ snowpack levels still 20% below normal: Alberta Environment

  Working in pairs with a chartered helicopter pilot, Alberta researchers travel deep into the backcountry, measuring the snow for depth and density.

  Environment

  Apr 30
• Spring storm could bring up to 20 cm of snow to southern Alberta

  The Calgary area is currently under an Environment Canada special weather statement.

  Weather

  Apr 29
• Officials warn of high wildfire risk in southern Alberta

  "On a nice normal, calm day here in Lethbridge, we do still have wind, and that fire could easily double in size every two to three seconds," explained Hicks.

  Fire

  Apr 24
• Banff’s fire department is sharing its wildfire safety prevention preparations

  With dozens of wildfires already burning across Alberta, Banff's Fire Department is educating its residents and visitors on how the town is prepared to respond to emergencies.

  Fire

  Apr 23
• Alberta farmers adapting to province’s growing drought concerns

  "We could end up with half the crop, two thirds the crop we don't know ... that's the unknown, and that's just, it's farming. There's always an unknown with the weather."

  Canada

  Apr 23
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• 2021 heat dome fuelled by climate change, intensified wildfire risk: study

  The study found the heat dome in June and July 2021 was 34 per cent larger and lasted 59 per cent longer than a similar event would have without climate change.

  Environment

  Apr 23
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• Out-of-control wildfire in northeastern Alberta believed to be 67 hectares

  A wildfire is burning out of control in northeastern Alberta, approximately 4.5 kilometres east of Saprae Creek Estates in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.

  Canada

  Apr 22
• Southern Alberta water users agree to reduce consumption in face of drought

  Major water users in southern Alberta have agreed to curb their consumption if there's a severe drought this spring or summer. 

  Environment

  Apr 19
• Alberta RCMP warn road conditions ‘poor across the province’ Wednesday morning

  Mounties said ice- and snow-covered roads were leading to issues in a number of areas.

  Traffic

  Apr 17