Severe thunderstorm watches issued for parts of Saskatchewan

SASKATOON – A number of severe thunderstorm watches have been issued for parts of southern and central Saskatchewan.

Environment Canada says hot and humid conditions are creating a favourable environment for the development of severe weather this afternoon and into the evening.

The storms are expected to develop along the Alberta-Saskatchewan border and then slowly move eastward and intensify.

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Heavy downpours, strong gusty winds and large hail will result from the storms and will persist well into Sunday evening.

For the latest conditions, watches and warnings, download the SkyTracker weather app for iPhone, iPad and Android.

Severe thunderstorm watch for:

Kindersley – Rosetown – Biggar – Wilkie – Macklin
Leader – Gull Lake
Swift Current – Herbert – Cabri – Kyle – Lucky Lake
Shaunavon – Maple Creek – Val Marie – Cypress Hills
Outlook – Watrous – Hanley – Imperial – Dinsmore
Moose Jaw – Pense – Central Butte – Craik
Assiniboia – Gravelbourg – Coronach