Storms heading toward Edmonton
Edmonton and area is under a severe thunderstorm watch as of 3:20 p.m., while areas between Drayton Valley and Rimbey are under a severe thunderstorm warning.
Edmonton area radar
The main threat from the severe storms is the possibility for toonie-sized hail and potentially damaging wind gusts, as well as heavy rain and frequent lightning.
The storms are moving northeast at approximately 50 km/h.
They should move into the Edmonton area between 5 and 6 p.m., although it remains to be seen whether they will weaken or remain severe as they move through the Edmonton region.
We'll continue to update this story throughout the afternoon.
Tune in to CTV News Edmonton at 5 and 6 p.m. for the latest.
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