Category: Calgary

Was There A Hail Storm In Calgary?

The hailstorm in July 2021 struck several communities in Calgary, causing millions in damage. When was the last hail storm in Calgary? June 13, 2020On June 13, 2020, a storm hit Calgary and Airdrie that caused widespread damage and flash flooding. The storm cost approximately $1.5 billion, which makes it the fourth costliest natural disaster […]

Why Does It Always Hail In Calgary?

Repeated storms in Alberta have to do with its landscape. Being on the edge of the Rocky Mountains is part of the problem. Mountains and elevation are the perfect combination to create hail. This mix creates air full of moisture at a lower level and very cold and dry currents above coming from the peaks. […]

How Do I Prepare For A Flood In Calgary?

Be prepared for flooding Check your insurance. Protect your belongings. Check your eavestroughs and downspouts. Check your sump pump and backflow preventer valve if you have one. Create an emergency plan with your family and have a 72-hr kit ready. Know how to quickly turn off your water, gas and electricity mains. What are five […]

Where Did It Flood In Calgary?

the Bow River. Calgary flooding by the numbers: 1,840 cubic metres of water surged through the Bow River in Calgary – the city’s highest recorded flow since 1887. 80,000 Calgarians were evacuated from about 35,000 homes and businesses. Has there been any flooding in Calgary today? No Alerts in effect. When was the last flood […]

What Year Was The Big Flood In Calgary?

2013. In the days leading up to June 19, 2013, parts of southern and central Alberta, Canada experienced heavy rainfall that triggered catastrophic flooding described by the provincial government as the worst in Alberta’s history. When was last big flood in Calgary? 2013 floodAlthough the 2013 flood was the largest in recent memory, it was […]

Why Is Calgary Water Hard?

Calgary’s water is considered hard because of the amount of calcium and magnesium in the water from the Bow and Elbow Rivers. Below you will find information about hardness ratings for Calgary and what they mean for your dishwashers, washing machines and water softeners. How hard is Calgary tap water? Does Calgary Have Hard Water? […]