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PHOTOS: Storm does damage to Ponoka area

A thunderstorm with heavy wind, rain and hail ripped through Ponoka Saturday evening

A fierce storm hit Ponoka on Saturday, July 16, with large hail causing significant damage to property and heavy rain flooding downtown streets. Strong winds felled several trees around town. Some residents were without internet for a period of time. Town of Ponoka crews were busy clearing up the mess on Monday, July 18.



Emily Jaycox

About the Author: Emily Jaycox

I’m Emily Jaycox, the editor of Ponoka News and the Bashaw Star. I’ve lived in Ponoka since 2015 and have over seven years of experience working as a journalist in central Alberta communities.
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