July 13, 2026
Severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rain, affected parts of Edmonton over the weekend. The storm caused localized flooding, temporary road closures, downed trees, downed traffic signal poles and flooding at some of the City’s recreation centres and facilities.
When the weather forecast shows the potential for heavy rain, the City of Edmonton and EPCOR work together to monitor conditions, prepare, and immediately address emerging issues. Crews from both the City and EPCOR worked throughout the weekend to clear debris, assess damage and respond to flooding.
Thanks to their significant efforts, many of the most disruptive impacts have been addressed and regular operations have resumed. Crews continue to clear debris in natural areas. Some facilities are still assessing the extent of the damage and anticipate longer full or partial closures.
“Our City workers and EPCOR crews are actively repairing flood damage and working hard to minimize disruptions. These crews have been working around the clock to get this done in challenging conditions and we are grateful for their dedication to keeping us safe and keeping our city running. The safety of the public and employees continues to be our top priority, and we appreciate your patience during this time,” said Acting City Manager Craig Walbaum.
Road impacts
The following roadways have reopened:
- Whitemud Drive near 170 Street and 178 Street
- Whitemud Drive at the 122 Street off-ramp
- Yellowhead Trail at 82 Street, under the CN overpass
- Yellowhead Trail west of 121 Street
- 111 Avenue near 158 Street
- 118 Avenue near 149 Street
Partial or full closures related to this weekend’s weather remain in effect for the following areas:
- 130 Avenue and 107 Street: Road and sidewalk remain closed.
- 178 Street off-ramp to Whitemud Drive: reduced to one lane until repairs are complete.
- Stony Plain Road near 154 Street (Valley Line West LRT): Sidewalk remains closed.
Temporary repairs are completed at 83 Avenue at 104 Street, where a traffic pole signal was downed. Permanent repairs are in progress.
Recreation facilities and City attractions
The following facilities have reopened:
- Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre; the aquatic centre is closed for planned maintenance
- Central Lions Recreation Centre
- St. Francis Xavier Sports Centre
- Heritage Amphitheatre
- The Orange Hub
- The Citadel Theatre
- City golf courses
The following facilities remain closed until further notice:
- Peter Hemingway Aquatic Centre at Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre; the rest of the facility is open.
- Grand Trunk Fitness and Leisure Centre is open, but the main pool is closed until further notice.
- Telus World of Science
Other impacts
- Edmonton Fire Rescue Services responded to a record-high volume of calls during and after the storms.
- Broken LRT crossing arms at various intersections have been repaired.
- Crews continue clearing downed trees and branches on roadways, pathways and trails; report any issues to 311.
- Some River Valley trails remain closed as a result of previous weather events; visit edmonton.ca/TrailCautions for details. Watch for debris and report any issues to 311.
- Weather conditions may result in the closure of some sports fields; status changes are posted on edmonton.ca/FacilityNotifications by 2 p.m. on weekdays and 10 a.m. on weekends and holidays.
- Animal Care and Control Centre is open, but the main parking lot is flooded and accessible parking is not available. Alternate parking is available.
Extended hours at Eco Stations and Edmonton Waste Management Centre
To help residents manage storm-driven tree/branch debris, the City is extending hours at Eco Stations and the Edmonton Waste Management Centre (EWMC). From July 14 to 28, Eco Stations will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and the EWMC will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on weekdays and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends.
From July 14 to 28, residents can also bring tree/branch debris caused by the storms to designated areas at Community Recycling Depots.
Gravel roads
During extreme weather events, gravel roads can experience rapidly changing conditions when saturated, often developing soft sections. Conditions can improve just as quickly as roads dry. Travelling on saturated gravel roads with heavy equipment can cause additional damage, so City crews wait until the roads are sufficiently dry and firm before dispatching graders. This approach helps ensure a safe and sustainable grading process. Inspectors are proactively inspecting grading inventory to ensure the City has a plan in place during and after weather events.
River safety
All boat launches along the North Saskatchewan River remain closed. Residents are asked to maintain a safe distance from moving water and keep pets leashed near the North Saskatchewan River and stormwater ponds, as complex river rescue operations endanger the lives of dedicated first responders.
For the latest facility updates or to report other storm damage to public property, residents should contact the facility directly or call 311.
