A tornado spotted near Stettler, Alberta on May 31, 2023. (Darren Howard/@lightningmanAB on Twitter)

By Josh Hall

Tornado confirmed to have touched down near Stettler

Jun 1, 2023 | 3:19 PM

STETTLER, AB – Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has confirmed that a tornado touched down on May 31, 2023, near the central Alberta hamlet of Botha, which is located in the County of Stettler.

The tornado was observed at about 4:37 p.m. just north of Botha, about 94 km east of Red Deer.

Multiple reports on social media showcased photos and videos of the event.

There have been no reports of damage or injury at this time.

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According to ECCC, nickel to golf ball-sized hail was also reported, the largest being sighted near Pigeon Lake. One eyewitness said they saw the tornado from the town of Stettler, about 15 km away, adding that it was on the ground for about 10 minutes.

ECCC meteorologists are seeking pictures of any damage the tornado may have caused. Should you have any information regarding this event, or to report severe weather at any time, call 1-800-239-0484,
email storm@ec.gc.ca, or tweet to #abstorm.

ECCC notes its report on the tornado is not yet final and that findings are preliminary.