Will Alberta get a second wind?

Showers and thunderstorms expected before sunny weekend arrives in Montreal

Residents can expect a mix of sunshine, showers and the risk of thunderstorms over the next two days before warmer, sunnier weather returns for the weekend. Thursday will begin mainly sunny, with increasing cloud cover this afternoon and a 40 per cent chance of showers. There is also a risk of thunderstorms later in the [] The post Showers and thunderstorms expected before sunny weekend arrives in Montreal appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Flooding concerns, tornado threats sweep across Canadian Prairies

Flooding concerns are mounting in Alberta as Edmonton nears a June rainfall record, while tornado watches and severe storms threaten parts of Saskatchewan.

Enhanced Risk issued for severe thunderstorms across Midwest and Upper Great Lakes

Severe thunderstorms will affect portions of the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes through Wednesday, July 1, 2026, with damaging wind gusts of up to 130 km/h (80 mph), isolated large to very large hail and a few tornadoes possible. Parts of the region have been put under an Enhanced Risk of severe thunderstorms through Wednesday, while a Slight Risk extends across portions of the central High Plains and the Northeast. Source

Windstorms, rain over next two days

Windstorms, rain over next two days

Lightning Safety Week urges Canadians to seek shelter at first sound of thunder

As Canadians head outdoors to enjoy the first days of summer, Environment and Climate Change Canada is reminding people that thunderstorms can develop rapidly and bring one of nature’s most dangerous hazards: lightning.

How extreme weather makes life more expensive for Canadians

Wildfires in B.C. and the Northwest Territories. Floods in Manitoba. Heat waves in Eastern Canada. And it’s only early July. Such events are devastating for the people and communities affected. They’re also increasingly hitting Canadians in the wallet, according to a recent report from Statistics Canada.

BC might have some grievances too

Alberta's endless array of grievances are driving Canada's political agenda right now. British Columbia might want a turn at the wheel soon enough.

Nova Scotia clears bidders for first offshore wind auction

Nova Scotia has taken a step closer to launching Canada’s first offshore wind farms after regulators released the names of companies qualified to bid for seabed licences. The Canada-Nova Scotia Offshore Energy Regulator released the names of five companies and two groups that passed a pre-qualification process that ran from October 2025 through January this

‘Severe storm threat’ in southern Ontario including GTA

The storm could also bring large hail and strong winds

Limited severe weather risk Sunday; major heat wave for 4th of July

It's another hot day on Sunday, and we'll have a chance for scattered storms by later in the afternoon. A handful could be strong or severe with damaging wind gusts being the main threat.

Anti-coal mining petition led by musician Corb Lund fails in Alberta

EDMONTON — Elections Alberta says a petition calling for a ban on new coal mining in the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, spearheaded by musician and activist Corb Lund, has failed. The Water Not Coal initiative needed almost 178,000 signatures to force Premier Danielle Smith’s government to consider passing a law banning new coal [] The post Anti-coal mining petition led by musician Corb Lund fails in Alberta appeared first on Loonie Politics.

What, exactly, is happening with coal mining in Alberta?

Alberta banned coal mining on the eastern slopes of the Rockies. Then it allowed it. Then it stopped it. Then it allowed it again. Here’s what you need to know about what’s going on with coal mining — right now

Monsoon Fury: Mumbai On Red Alert, Rajasthan, Himachal Bear Brunt of Rains; Delhi To Get Light Showers

The southwest monsoon is in full swing, playing a different game in every corner of the country. While the west coast is getting absolutely pounded, parts of the north are still waiting for a proper drenching. And in between, there's everything from

Most of a Little Town in South Dakota Just Survived 130 MPH Wind Gusts

Most of a Little Town in South Dakota Just Survived 130 MPH Wind Gusts

The new pipeline push in Canada

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has been front and centre of two pipeline proposal announcements in the past week. First, she and Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a new southern route for the proposed West Coast pipeline on Thursday. Just a few days later, on Monday, she and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a proposal for a new 3,300-kilometre pipeline that would carry crude oil from Hardisty, Alberta to Sarnia, Ontario. Emma Graney is the Globe’s energy reporter. She’s on the show to explain these two proposed projects, how likely it is they’ll be constructed, and what all this says about changing sentiments around pipelines in Canada. Questions? Comments? Ideas? Email us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rain and Thunderstorms Hit Costa Rica Today as Wet Weekend Pattern Holds

Another wet weekend. A humid, unstable pattern is parked over southern Central America, and it is going to stay there through Sunday, which means cloud, rain and afternoon thunderstorms across most of the country both days. Here is how today breaks down. The Northern Zone and the northern Caribbean opened before dawn with rain and [] The post Rain and Thunderstorms Hit Costa Rica Today as Wet Weekend Pattern Holds appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

Hard times coming for Midwest as massive storm could pound heartland

It’s a hard rain that’s gonna fall on the Midwest. A torrential storm could pound eight states on Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service — but it’s gone viral for an unexpected reason. A torrential storm with an unavoidably noticeable similarity to manhood is expected to barrel down on the Midwest Wednesday, according to []

Heatwave, Thunderstorms with Hail & Strong Wind Gusts Expected in Several Moroccan Provinces

A heatwave, along with thunderstorms accompanied by hail and strong wind gusts, is expected to affect several provinces across the Kingdom starting Thursday, according to an orange-level weather alert issued by Morocco’s Directorate General of Meteorology. Temperatures ranging between 41°C and 46°C are forecast from Thursday through Sunday in the provinces of Kenitra, Taounate, Meknes, [] The post Heatwave, Thunderstorms with Hail Strong Wind Gusts Expected in Several Moroccan Provinces appeared first on HESPRESS English - Morocco News.

Alberta homeowners urged to prepare as 2026 hail season gets underway

Insurance industry officials are warning Albertans to prepare for another potentially costly hail season, pointing to billions of dollars in damage caused by severe storms over the past decade.

Heavy rain forecast for Gandaki, Lumbini, and Far West Regions

Kathmandu, July 5: The ongoing influence of monsoon winds is leading to generally cloudy conditions across the country,...

Toronto weather: Thunderstorms today before sunshine returns for Pride weekend

Torontonians hoping to spend the day outdoors may need to rethink their plans, as thunderstorms are expected to move into the city and linger throughout... The post Toronto weather: Thunderstorms today before sunshine returns for Pride weekend appeared first on NOW Toronto.

Thunderstorms, heat and wind will hamper efforts to contain Colorado wildfires

Thunderstorms with high winds could make it more difficult to contain a massive wildfire that has scorched parts of southern Colorado.

Caution issued for fishers as strong winds and rough seas expected into weekend

KINGSTON, Jamaica— Strong, potentially gale-force winds and rough seas are forecast to affect Jamaica on Friday and Saturday, caused by a low-level jet stream across the Caribbean Sea.The stream has been producing windy conditions across Jamaica since early this week, and is expected to persist through Saturday as it moves closer late this week, bringing very strong and possibly gale-force winds to Jamaica.The most severe impacts are expected across southern parishes and southern marine areas, including Pedro and Morant Banks.Fishers and other marine interests, especially those operating inshore and offshore the south coast, are advised to exercise extreme caution, as sea conditions are expected to further deteriorate due to these strong to very strong winds.The Meteorological Service will continue to monitor this system.