Environment Canada issued a tornado warning for parts of southwestern Manitoba Thursday afternoon.

Anglin Lake was risen to a level of 515.58 m, above its natural spill point of 515.42 m due to high moisture levels and precipitation, according to Saskatchewan WSA.

Minnedosa, north of Brandon, was one of the hardest hit communities by recent flooding.

Over the span of three days this week, some areas in southwest and western Manitoba received more than 200 mm of precipitation.

"The government needs to pay really close attention so that we don't lose the valuable resource that we have at hand."

Temperatures are expected to climb over the coming days, which will have a direct impact on ice thickness, the municipality says.

Flood and drought storage projects on the Bow River were identified in 2017 as a way to improve the region's resilience against adverse water events, the government said. 

With rain and above-freezing temperatures in the forecast, the UTRCA is warning everyone to be careful around streams and rivers.

'Pitched' brings together those looking for a better camping experience with landowners with scenic properties they would like to share with the public

Heavy rain in the forecast has the Hamilton Conservation Authority watching water levels.