UPDATE: Tornado warnings, watches cover parts of Sask. on Sunday

As of 7 p.m. on Sunday evening, Saskatchewan faced nearly a dozen tornado warnings across as many communities.

An up-to-date list of weather alerts can be found here.

On Highway 12, vehicles pulled over to the side of the road as rain and hail pounded the pavement, leaving the ground frosty and white. The area near Petrofka Bridge had a tornado watch in effect.

Environment Canada said tornado warnings mean conditions are imminent.

“In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions: Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet,” Environment Canada previously advised in a statement.

“Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.”

A tornado watch is in effect for Central Saskatchewan including Saskatoon and Prince Albert.

Environment Canada said a severe thunderstorm outbreak is possible Sunday afternoon and into the evening.

The tornado threat should diminish after sunset.

Regina and southern Saskatchewan have a severe thunderstorm watch in effect.

Environment Canada said conditions are favourable for the development of dangerous thunderstorms that may be capable of producing wind gusts, damaging hail and heavy rain.