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Storms cause heavy damage in Hines Creek

Damage caused by a storm in Hines Creek on Friday (supplied, Kaitlyn Malcolm)

Parts of the Village of Hines Creek remain without power after a severe thunderstorm rolled through the region late Friday night.

The storms, which prompted a Tornado Warning from Environment Canada, brought with it rain, winds and hail.

Damage in Hines Creek caused by a powerful storm on Friday (Supplied, Kaitlyn Malcolm)

There are reports of heavy damage to buildings in the village, including a portion of the Hines Creek Hotel being ripped off during the storm.

Clear Hills County Councillor Susan Hansen stated that as of 1 a.m Saturday, no injuries had been reported as a result of the storm.

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