August supercell hailstorm is now Canada’s second costliest event ever
What happened?
On August 27, 2023, a supercell hailstorm swept through Calgary, causing widespread damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles. The hailstones were as large as golf balls and fell for over an hour.
The damage was extensive.
The storm caused an estimated $1.2 billion in damage, making it the second costliest hailstorm in Canadian history. The only hailstorm that caused more damage was the one that hit Edmonton in 1991.
What caused the storm?
The storm was caused by a combination of factors, including high temperatures, high humidity, and strong winds. The high temperatures caused the air to rise, creating a lot of instability in the atmosphere. The humidity provided the moisture that was needed to form the hailstones. And the strong winds helped to keep the hailstones in the air for a long time, allowing them to grow to a large size.
What were the impacts of the storm?
The storm had a significant impact on Calgary and the surrounding area. The hailstones caused extensive damage to homes, businesses, and vehicles. They also caused power outages and disruptions to transportation. The storm also injured several people.
What is being done to help?
The government of Canada is providing financial assistance to those who were affected by the storm. The city of Calgary is also providing assistance to residents and businesses. Insurance companies are also working to help their customers who were affected by the storm.
How can you prevent hail damage?
There are a few things you can do to prevent hail damage to your home or business. These include:
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