Wind warning issued for southern Alberta communities

Wind warnings have been issued for many southern Alberta communities for Sunday night, with gusts of up to 100 km/h predicted

Wind warnings have been issued by Environment Canada for a number of southern Alberta communities including Okotoks, High River, Claresholm and the Crowsnest Pass area.

Strong southwesterly winds gusting to 90 km/h are predicted to develop later Sunday evening.

"Damage to buildings, such as to roof shingles and windows, may occur," it said. "Loose objects may be tossed by the wind and cause injury or damage. Motorists, especially in high profile vehicles, may expect hazardous driving conditions on highways subject to strong cross winds."

Communities include the following:

A wind warning has also been issued for Cardston, Fort Macleod and Magrath, with winds predicted to hit 100 km/h Sunday night.

Communities include the following:

The heavy winds are predicted to ease by Monday morning.