Edmonton Cleans Up After Fierce Thunderstorm The thunderstorm that hit Edmonton on Saturday night was a sobering reminder of Mother Nature's fury, and it also highlighted the city's vulnerability in the face of extreme weather events.
Environment Canada reports that nearly 30 millimeters of rain fell in just an hour, causing widespread flooding, downed trees, and power outages. The sheer scale of the damage is staggering.
Major roadways were inundated with water, leaving commuters stranded and emergency services scrambling to respond. The storm's impact on Edmonton's entertainment scene was significant.