3:20 PM MDT Saturday 15 June 2024 Rainfall Warning in effect for: Co. of Stettler near Byemoor and Endiang City of Red Deer Co. of Paintearth near Halkirk and Big Knife Prov. Park Red Deer Co. near Elnora Lousana and Delburne Red Deer Co. near Spruce View and Red Lodge Prov. Park Red Deer Co. near Penhold Innisfail and Bowden Red Deer Co. near Sylvan Lake and Stephansson House Co. of Stettler near Stettler Nevis and Rochon Sands Red Deer Co. near Pine Lake Co. of Stettler near Big Valley Co. of Stettler near Botha and Gadsby Heavy rainfall to develop over central Alberta this evening. Thunderstorms currently developing on the foothills near Calgary will push northeast this evening, and merge into a large area of heavy rain tonight. Total rainfall amounts of 40 to 60 mm are likely to fall in a 12-18 hour period. This rain event will come to an end by late Sunday morning. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads. Localized flooding in low-lying areas is possible. Watch for possible washouts near rivers, creeks and culverts. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to ABstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ABStorm .