While the East Coast grappled with the aftermath of downpours that closed roads, the West and other parts of the country contended with sizzling temperatures.

Modelling suggests the shift to more rain than snow will happen between 2050 and 2080, states the U of M study. This could happen even faster due to rapid warming and sea ice loss.

Recent rains have allowed the Manitoba Wildfire Service to remove all remaining restrictions for Area 4 on Wednesday.