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 […]
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What Famous Event Takes Place Every Year In Calgary?
The Calgary Stampede. The Calgary Stampede is an annual, internationally recognized embodiment of western culture and heritage. This tradition is one of the greatest things to do in Calgary during the first 10 days of July, where Calgarians and tourists from around the world come together to celebrate community spirit. What famous event happens each […]
Who Are The Internet Providers In Calgary?
oxio internet plans. Bravo Telecom internet plans. Allo Telecom internet plans. Netcrawler internet plans. Oricom internet plans. Heronet internet plans. Dolitelecom internet plans. B2B2C internet plans.
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 […]
When Did The Calgary 2013 Flood Happen?
What was the impact of the flood? The flood of June 2013 was the largest flood in Calgary since 1932. Sadly, one Calgarian’s life was lost and there was as much as $6 billion in financial losses and property damage across southern Alberta. When was the Calgary flood in 2013? In the days leading up […]
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? […]
Does Calgary Water Have Lead?
It is rare to find lead in Calgary’s drinking water. That’s because lead is not naturally occurring in the Bow and Elbow Rivers. The only way for lead to be found in the water is for it to be picked up in the distribution system. How do I tell if my water has lead in […]