1953 tornado lasted for more than 2.5 hours — crossing from the U.S. to Canada
Acadia Colony School, MB
Alerts in Effect
Overland Flow Flood
Issued at 16:45 Friday 20 May 2022 Importance
MEDIUM
DescriptionThis is a Manitoba Emergency Alert. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has issued an overland flood warning for most of western and southeastern Manitoba.
Recent rains and heavy run off may lead to potentially dangerous situations including flash flooding and extreme overland flooding. If you are in the affected area, take immediate action to protect yourself and property. Do not attempt to cross fast flowing waters, waters of unknown depth or drive on impacted roads. Move to higher ground if required. Follow directions by local authorities. Listen for updates and take all necessary precautions to stay safe.
Up-to-date information is available at www.gov.mb.ca/flooding and www.manitoba511.ca. Follow @MBGov and @MBGovRoads on Twitter or stay tuned to local media.
Western and southeastern Manitoba
Issued ByManitoba Emergency Measures Organization
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