This storm channel on Pasqua near Avonhurst is very typical of many around the city. Parents are cautioned to keep children away from all bodies of water as the swift water poses a significant danger. #RFPS#YQRpic.twitter.com/4QExoz5nps
But it could have been a lot worse, considering the thunderstorm warnings that were issued Thursday.
Environment Canada meteorologist Dave Carlson says the brunt of the storm stayed in Montana and North Dakota.
“The system actually didn’t quite live up to expectations,” Carlson said. “What happened was the really warm moist air we thought was going to move into southern Saskatchewan mostly stayed in Montana and North Dakota. And that’s where the really, really bad weather happened.