News - Weather

With an early winter storm system passing through the province, Manitoba Infrastructure reminds motorists to be vigilant with the arrival of snow and freezing rain conditions.

Manitoba Infrastructure reminds motorists to drive to conditions as a storm system moves into a wide area of the province.

Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre indicates the forecast rain over the weekend will result in between 15 and 20 millimetres of precipitation over the central, eastern and southern parts of the province including the United States portion of the Red River basin.

Hot and humid weather will continue this long weekend in Steinbach as Environment Canada issues a heat warning for the area.

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is warning people about potential hot conditions for the southwest regions of the province.

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is warning people about potential hot conditions for central and northern regions of the province.

Due to recent heavy rains and rising water levels, the riverwalk at The Forks may be forced to close temporarily.

Manitoba Agriculture reports, with spring planting virtually compete, more rain and more consistent heat is needed to maximize yield potential.

The City of Steinbach Storm Ready Team is seeking up to six volunteers to act as weather spotters in times of severe weather, such as a tornado or severe thunder storm.

Manitoba Public Insurance is encouraging vehicle owners to inspect their extension and block heater cords after several recent vehicle fires have been linked to electrical arcing.