A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Brazeau County, near the Brazeau Dam, Cynthia and Lodgepole. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says thunderstorms are expected to develop early this afternoon along the foothills and move eastward into the evening. These storms may produce strong wind gusts, large...

Alberta Health Services (AHS) reports that cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) have been identified in the waters of Pigeon Lake in Wetaskiwin County. Visitors and residents who live near the shores are asked to take the following precautions: Do not swim or wade in any areas where cyanobacterial blooms are visible. Avoid...

It's National Drowning Prevention Week July 19-25, and to mark the occasion, the Alberta RCMP has some tips for enjoying the water safely. This year's theme is "safety starts with being water smart." According to the Lifesaving Society, over 400 Canadians die annually in preventable water-related incidents. T...

Air quality warnings of high and moderate severity are in effect in northern Alberta. A moderate-severity warning is in effect for Parkland County, near Wabamun and Carvel. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) says smoke is causing very poor air quality and reduced visibility. According to a station located in ...

As of July 14, most spring cereals in the North West Region are reported as nearing the end of booting, as the flag leaf sheath is finishing opening. That's according to the latest crop report by the Agriculture Financial Services Corporation (AFSC) and the Government of Alberta. The report says 86 per cent of canola a...