Severe thunderstorm warning in effect for:

Lacombe Co. near Eckville

Lacombe Co. near Lacombe Blackfalds and Bentley

At 1:53 p.m. MDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing strong wind gusts and up to toonie size hail.This thunderstorm is located near Gilby, 20 km west of Bentley, and is heading to the east at 40 km/h.

Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. Large hail can damage property and cause injury. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors!