As we continue our look at heat waves, I figured we should first define what they are by looking at the criteria Environment Canada uses to define heat events.
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Heat waves combine sunshine and sinking air
As we continue our look at heat waves, I figured we should first define what they are by looking at…
Topsy-turvy precipitation this year challenges crop predictions
Rainfall can vary dramatically over a short distance. Precipitation maps can’t catch all the deviations, but they do provide a…
Southern Alberta receives needed moisture
Canadian Drought Monitor Report for July shows severe drought continuing to grip farmers in Alberta and the Prairies
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Above average temperatures expected
July was a cooler than average month right across the Prairies, with most places coming in just slightly below average.
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Blocking patterns lead to heat waves
To get long-lasting heat waves, we need something known as a blocking pattern to develop.
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Science still unsure on tornado origins
Tornadoes are the most destructive weather event associated with thunderstorms
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Canadian canola prices hinge on rain forecast
Canola markets took a good hit during the week ending July 11, 2025, on the thought that the Canadian crop…
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Tornado lesson begins with rotating air
Spinning columns of air take many forms, from areas of high and low pressure, to much smaller scale ranging from…
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Parts of Prairies see one-third of normal rain in June
Parts of Prairies see one-third of normal rain in June
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Topsy-turvy precipitation this year challenges crop predictions
Rainfall can vary dramatically over a short distance. Precipitation maps can’t catch all the deviations, but they do provide a broad perspective.
Southern Alberta receives needed moisture
July sees severe drought continue among many Prairie regions
Canadian Drought Monitor Report for July shows severe drought continuing to grip farmers in Alberta and the Prairies
Above average temperatures expected
July was a cooler than average month right across the Prairies, with most places coming in just slightly below average.
Blocking patterns lead to heat waves
To get long-lasting heat waves, we need something known as a blocking pattern to develop.
Science still unsure on tornado origins
There are several different theories of how tornadoes form
Tornadoes are the most destructive weather event associated with thunderstorms
Canadian canola prices hinge on rain forecast
Canola markets took a good hit during the week ending July 11, 2025, on the thought that the Canadian crop will yield well despite dry weather
Canola markets took a good hit during the week ending July 11, 2025, on the thought that the Canadian crop will yield well despite dry weather.
Tornado lesson begins with rotating air
Spinning columns of air take many forms, from areas of high and low pressure, to much smaller scale ranging from harmless whirls to devastating tornadoes.
Parts of Prairies see one-third of normal rain in June
July expected to see above-average temperatures
Parts of Prairies see one-third of normal rain in June
Forecasts mostly call for warm summer
Forecasts mostly call for warm summer
