Alberta forecast to get up to 20 cm of snow and 100 mm of rain

Alberta forecast to get up to 20 cm of snow and 100 mm of rain

Heavy rains and even some snow are in the forecast for parts of Alberta this weekend, with already fast-flowing rivers set to see plenty of precipitation. Numerous special weather statements were issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) shortly before noon on Friday. Significant rainfall is expected across parts of Alberta beginning Sunday, with total rainfall amounts of 50 to 90 mm likely. Localized amounts over 100 mm are possibl…

Melting snowpack, expected rain prompt flood-prevention measures in Alberta

CALGARY - Communities along Alberta's Rocky Mountains are preparing for flooding from a melting snowpack and forecasted rain.