First published Oct 17, 2026, 11:21:16 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 17, 2026, 12:55:15 PM UTC

Wind - Vulcan Co. near Vulcan and Ensign

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Environment Canada warns that damaging westerly winds may gust to 90 km/h in the affected area from late morning through evening. Local utility outages, difficult driving, service and travel disruptions, and damage are possible.

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Affected location: Vulcan County near Arrowwood, Herronton and Queenstown, Alberta

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Oct 17, 2026, 10:25 AM UTC
Environment Canada warns that damaging westerly winds may gust to 90 km/h in the affected area from late morning through evening. Local utility outages, difficult driving, service and travel disruptions, and damage are possible.
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