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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for South Peace, watch issued for North Peace, Fort Nelson

Environment Canada issued a thunderstorm warning for the South Peace and a severe thunderstorm watch for the North Peace and Fort Nelson areas.

By Jordan Prentice

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July 5, 2023

A weather alert has been issued for the B.C. Peace — A weather alert has been issued for the B.C. Peace.

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — On Wednesday afternoon, Environment Canada issued a thunderstorm warning for the South Peace and a severe thunderstorm watch for the North Peace and Fort Nelson areas.

According to Environment Canada, meteorologists are tracking a severe cluster of thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, heavy rain, and hail up to the size of a nickel.

These severe thunderstorms are currently located 30 kilometres east of Tumbler Ridge, and moving eastward at 20 kilometres per hour, crossing Highway 52.

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Environment Canada warns heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on the roads.

In the North Peace and Fort Nelson areas, conditions are currently favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rain.

The latest updates can be found on the Government of Canada’s website.

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Jordan Prentice

Recent graduate of BCIT’s Broadcast and Online Journalism program, born and raised in Vancouver, Jordan’s passion for broadcast and journalism began with her dream of becoming a hockey journalist and play-by-play commentator.

During her schooling, Jordan discovered a deep passion for reporting on Indigenous issues, culture and affairs. Jordan is also passionate about connecting with and listening to stories from people from different walks of life and cultural backgrounds.

Last Spring, Jordan completed her first season providing play-by-play for Trinity Western University Women’s Hockey and gameday hosting for BCHL Coquitlam Express.

Jordan enjoys radio anchoring, creating and editing video content, and hopes to one day pursue a career in investigative journalism as well as producing documentaries.

When Jordan isn’t looking for the next great story to tell, she enjoys taking pictures, riding her bike, collecting her favourite rock and roll albums on vinyl, and, of course, cheering on her beloved Canucks. More by Jordan Prentice.