Edmonton records rainiest summer on record after weekend storm
Edmonton rainfall record: severe storms flood roads and disrupt power See how the city is responding after record summer rain and more damage
Edmonton is dealing with the aftermath of another severe weekend storm while also setting a new seasonal rainfall record. Environment Canada said the city has now received 503.7 millimetres of rain this summer, surpassing the previous record of 417.1 millimetres from 1953.
The July 26 storm brought about 30 millimetres of rain in an hour, along with wind gusts that reached 94 km/h, according to the article. The weather caused flooding, road closures, power disruptions, fallen trees and the cancellation of a Post Malone concert at Commonwealth Stadium.
City crews were still clearing debris and assessing damage on Monday. Several roads and recreation facilities were temporarily closed, and officials said Edmonton is seeking provincial disaster assistance to help cover eligible costs from the repeated storms this summer.