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Tornado confirmed touched down near Stettler

Jun 1, 2023 | 3:33 PM

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has confirmed that a tornado touched down on May 31, near the central Alberta hamlet of Botha, which is located in the County of Stettler.

The tornado was observed at about 4:37 p.m. just north of Botha, about 94 km east of Red Deer.

Multiple reports, including photos and video showed the tornado on social media.

There have been no reports of damage or injury at this time.

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According to ECCC, nickel- to golf ball-sized hail has also been reported, the largest being reported near Pigeon Lake.

One eyewitness says they saw the tornado from the town of Stettler, about 15 km away, adding that it was on the ground for about 10 minutes.

ECCC meteorologists are seeking pictures of any damage the tornado may have caused. Should you have any information regarding this event, or to report severe weather at any time, call 1-800-239-0484,
email storm@ec.gc.ca, or tweet to #abstorm.

ECCC notes its report on the tornado is not yet final and that findings are preliminary.