Temperatures rising in Calgary but more thunderstorms possible

Heads up for Calgary and the surrounding area for late-day Thursday: there is a risk for severe thunderstorms closer to the supper hours.But there is lots of heat in the long-range forecast. A ridge of high pressure will build in by the weekend, giving us stability, sunshine and lots of high temperatures. Get ready for summer weather!If you are heading to the Stampede Parade on Friday, It’s looking mostly sunny with a bit of cloud.Here is what it looked like in High River late Tuesday &nda