Yellow Wind Warning Issued for County of Paintearth Near Castor and Fleet
Environment Canada has issued a yellow wind warning for the County of Paintearth, with northwest gusts up to 90 km/h expected to persist until early this evening.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow wind warning for portions of Alberta. The alert was issued following the detection of strong northwest winds impacting the region.
Affected Areas
The warning is specifically in effect for the County of Paintearth near Castor and Fleet.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected area should be aware that local utility outages are possible. High-sided vehicles may be difficult to control as they can be pushed around by the wind. Property owners should check for potential damage to roofs, fences, branches, or soft shelters. To report severe weather, residents can email ABstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #ABStorm.
Expected Conditions
The region is experiencing strong northwest winds with gusts reaching up to 90 km/h. These conditions are expected to weaken early this evening.
Timeline
The alert became effective at 12:34 AM on March 9, 2026, and is currently scheduled to expire at 4:07 AM on March 9, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice