Intense westerly winds flowed over the Rockies early Tuesday and, according to data from Environment and Climate Change Canada, as of 7 a.m. peak gusts at Nakiska Ridgetop hit 142 km/h.
Chinook conditions are likely to develop throughout the day with stronger winds expected in much of southern Alberta.
In Calgary, sustained winds are expected to be around 30 km/h with gusts closer to 50 km/h.
In the southwest corner of the province (where there is a natural topographical funnel) peak gusts could reach 100 km/h.
Wind warnings have been issued for communities like Pincher Creek, Waterton, Crowsnest Pass and Fort Macleod due to the potential for wind gusts of up to 100 km/h.
Wind warnings (purple) issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024.
Central Alberta had rain overnight with more rain and/or thunderstorms possible in the afternoon and evening Tuesday as a lee low …