8:11 p.m.: The tornado warning issued for Yellowhead County has ended. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Brazeau County near Cynthia and Lodgepole.
Environment Canada says the thunderstorm is located near Cynthia and is moving east at 25 kilometers per hour.
Twitter user @KDenreyer captured this photo of the storm cell near Drayton Valley on July 15, 2022 (Source: Twitter)
The thunderstorm is capable of producing strong winds, ping-pong ball-sized hail, and heavy rain.
7:50 p.m.: Environment Canada and meteorologists are currently tracking a severe thunderstorm possibly producing a tornado 20 kilometers east of Cynthia.
Authorities say Doppler radar shows a potential tornado moving east at 15 miles per hour. Communities along the way include Cynthia, Alberta.
This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation. Take cover immediately if dangerous weather approaches. If you hear a roaring sound or see a funnel cloud, spinning debris near the ground, flying debris, or approaching threatening weather, take shelter immediately.
Cynthia is about 170 kilometers west of Edmonton.
POSSIBLE TORNADO WARNING, 7:50 p.m.: A rotating severe thunderstorm near Cynthia may produce a tornado. If you are in this area, seek shelter immediately. If you are on the highway, take cover in a ditch or gully. Follow @AB_EmergAlert for updates. #abstorm
— Government of Alberta (@YourAlberta) July 16, 2022
This is a developing story; more information will be posted as it becomes available.
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