Active AlertsHalicz, MB

An Overland Flood Warning update is issued due to significant precipitation received June 7 and 8, resulting in minor to major flooding to areas in western Manitoba, including regions east of the Saskatchewan-Manitoba border, from Elkhorn to Barrows, extending to the northeast, including areas between McCreary and Moose Lake.

Be aware and exercise caution near waterways in the affected area. Do not attempt to cross fast flowing waters or waters of unknown depth. Avoid flooded areas. Follow directions by the local authorities. Up-to-date information is available at www.gov.mb.ca/flooding and www.manitoba511.ca or stay tuned to local media.

Update - Western Manitoba, including areas east of the Saskatchewan-Manitoba border, from Elkhorn to Barrows, and northeast including areas between McCreary and Moose Lake

A developing frontal system is ushering in an unstable airmass favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts, large hail and torrential rainfall.

Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop early this evening over southwestern Manitoba and move north and east over the Dauphin valley. Heavy rainfall is the primary threat with these storms, however strong wind gusts and large hail are also possible in stronger cells.

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Fast-moving and rapidly rising water can sweep vehicles away and damage infrastructure.

Heavy rain can cause flash flooding and significant reductions to visibility. Strong wind gusts can damage trees, buildings and overturn vehicles. Large hail can cause significant damage and injury. Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms capable of producing damaging hail, wind or rain.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to MBstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #MBStorm.

When thunder roars, go indoors! Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Be prepared to move to higher ground. Don't drive through flooded roadways.