Active AlertsTrembowla, MB

This is a Manitoba Emergency Alert. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure's Hydrologic Forecast Centre has issued an Overland Flood Watch due to forecast precipitation for parts of Manitoba. A system may bring in excess of 80 mm of precipitation for parts of Western Manitoba between June 7 and 9. Heavy rainfall over a short period may lead to high surface runoff and overland flooding. Up-to-date information is available at www.gov.mb.ca/flooding and www.manitoba511.ca

If you are in the affected area, be mindful of local waterways. Do not attempt to cross fast flowing waters or waters of unknown depth. Avoid flooded areas. Follow all directions by local authorities. Listen for updates. Take all necessary precautions to stay safe.

Western Manitoba, including Grand Rapids, Swan River, Roblin, Dauphin, Neepawa, Brandon, Souris, and Boissevain

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.