Tornado watch issued for Saskatoon, North Battleford and surrounding areas
Residents in Saskatoon, North Battleford and their surrounding areas should be on the lookout as Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) warns of thunderstorms and potential tornadoes.
The tornado watch was issued at 12:23 p.m. Wednesday and spans as far north as Onion Lake, and as far south as Manitou Beach.
A severe thunderstorm watch also covers much of the province's southwest, including the communities of Kindersley, Swift Current and Moose Jaw.
ECCC says a low-pressure system over central Alberta is expected to trigger scattered thunderstorms in the region.
'Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately if threatening weather approaches,' the advisory reads.
According to the weather agency, conditions are favourable for strong winds, large hail, heavy rain and possible tornadoes.
In the event of a tornado, ECCC advises residents to move indoors, preferably to a room on the lowest floor, staying away from outside walls and windows.
The tornado watch follows a string of severe weather that slammed the province late last week. June 19 saw eight tornadoes touch down across east central and southeast Saskatchewan.
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