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Latest Weather News - Winnipeg

• Brandon, Man., declares state of emergency; river levels expected to continue rising

  The City of Brandon has declared a state of emergency as water levels in the Assiniboine and Shellmouth river basins are forecast to continue rising this week.

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  Jul 5
• Military support coming to flood-ravaged Parkland region after federal approval

  Canada's Minister of Emergency Management has approved a request for federal assistance to assist the flood-ravaged regions in western Manitoba.

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  Jul 3
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• ‘Light at the end of the tunnel is very far away:’ mayor of flooded Manitoba town

  Swan River residents are stuck waiting for waters to recede before they can begin cleanup efforts from the second historic flood in a month.

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  Jul 3
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• Flooding persists as western Manitoba communities recover from storm

  Parts of Manitoba's Parkland region have seen up to 119 mm of precipitation in the past few days, according to a meteorologist with Environment and Climate Change Canada.

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  Jul 2
• Tornado confirmed in Winnipeg neighbourhood: Environment Canada

  Environment and Climate Change Canada confirmed a tornado formed in Winnipeg during Monday's storm.

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  Jul 2
• Manitoba city issues state of local emergency amid ‘worsening’ flooding

  Residents are being asked to avoid all non-essential travel as many roads are flooded and storm-water systems remain overwhelmed in the city.

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  Jul 1
• Extreme heat, flooding pose safety concerns for Canada Day celebrations

  As communities across Canada prepare for Canada Day, extreme heat and flooding are proving logistically challenging for typical celebrations like fireworks.

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  Jun 30
• Manitoba storm damages properties, leaves thousands without power

  More than 100 millimetres of wind fell in parts of Manitoba on Monday night, according to Environment and Climate Change Canada.

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  Jun 30
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• 1 tornado confirmed in western Manitoba, another under investigation

  A tornado touched down in western Manitoba on Sunday night, Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Northern Tornado Project have confirmed.

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  Jun 29
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• Manitoba wildfire forces mandatory evacuation of Lynn Lake

  A mandatory evacuation has been ordered for Lynn Lake as a rapidly advancing wildfire threatens the community. Residents and visitors have been told to leave immediately.

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  Jun 27
• Regina hailstorm sees $80M in damages and over 10K insurance claims

  More than 10,000 claims have been filed after Regina's June hailstorm, the latest in a string of costly severe weather events across Western Canada.

  Consumer

  Jun 19
• Manitoba Hydro making ‘significant progress’ restoring power after storm

  Manitoba Hydro says 'significant progress' has been made, but many customers are still without power after a stretch of chaotic weather hit the province this week.

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  Jun 11
• Kinew visits flooded Manitoba communities, promises additional help

  At least two highways were cut to relieve pressure as the Swan Valley and other western Manitoba communities continue to deal with intense flooding from weekend storms.

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  Jun 10
• Tornado touched down during chaotic southern Manitoba storm, EC confirms

  A severe storm rolled through southern Manitoba, taking down numerous trees, flooding roads and leaving thousands without power.

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  Jun 10
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• Manitoba Hydro warns of widespread power outages after hail, heavy rain hit province in another massive storm

  A wild night of weather in Winnipeg and other parts of southern Manitoba continues as Manitoba Hydro is warning of power outages in multiple locations due to damaged equipment.

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  Jun 10
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• ‘Significant’ flooding leaves western Manitoba town sandbagging homes, businesses

  Other western Manitoba communities were also on cleanup duty after weekend storms left some towns without power and one issuing a boil water advisory.

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  Jun 9
• Smoke, heat, rain and flooding; what to expect from Western weather

  From B.C. to Manitoba, weather warnings are in effect through Sunday. From heavy rain and flooding, to wildfire smoke and high heat, residents are urged to plan for conditions.

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  May 31
• ‘Hottest air we’ve seen so far this year’ triggers heat warnings in Saskatchewan, Manitoba

  Yellow-level heat warnings have been issued for Winnipeg, Regina and Saskatoon by Environment Canada, prompting a reminder to stay cool and beat the heat.

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  May 27
• 30 cm of snow to 30 C: Long weekend weather varies greatly across Canada

  Multiple weather systems are bringing a mixed bag of weather across Canada for the long weekend, with snow and wind in the Prairies and above-seasonal temperatures across Ontario.

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  May 15
• Most flood preparations complete in First Nation as it braces for rising water

  Sandbagging efforts are complete in Peguis First Nation and residents are playing a waiting game to see if the nearby Fisher River causes extensive flooding.

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  Apr 23
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• Up to 50 cm of snow forecast for parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba

  Significant amounts of snow and rain will hit the Prairies over the coming days, prompting Environment Canada to issue a series of alerts.

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  Apr 22
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• State of emergency declared in Peguis, Fisher River ahead of potential flooding

  The chief of Peguis First Nation said "extensive" flooding is expected for the community, but said it has not been determined when it will occur.

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  Apr 19
• Special weather statements issued for parts of Ontario, Quebec

  Rain warnings are in effect across parts of Ontario and Quebec, with flooding concerns rising as saturated ground and swollen rivers face more rainfall.

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  Apr 18
• Most homes at risk of flooding on Manitoba First Nation still need protection: Kinew

  Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew says about a quarter of the homes at risk of flooding on Peguis First Nation are being protected so far

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  Apr 17