Spring Valley Flats Weather Warnings
Thunderstorm
orange watch - severe thunderstorm - in effect A developing low pressure system and frontal wave will mix with an unstable atmosphere this afternoon over southern Manitoba, creating conditions favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms. These severe thunderstorms will be capable of producing large hail, strong wind gusts, heavy rainfall. A tornado or two can also not be ruled out. Storms are expected to develop over North Dakota this afternoon and move into southern Manitoba late this afternoon / early this evening. Thunderstorms will grow in coverage as the evening progresses, with the primary hazards shifting towards heavy rainfall and severe wind gusts. ### Driving conditions may be difficult. Significant damage to property, buildings and trees is possible. 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 [email protected], call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #MBStorm. Be prepared for severe weather. If threatening weather approaches, take cover in a basement or interior room. If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail. When thunder roars, go indoors! Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year.
Environment Canada
Rain
orange warning - rainfall - in effect Very heavy rain is expected. Heavy rainfall with embedded thunderstorms is expected tonight into Tuesday morning as a low pressure system moves from the Dakotas through southern Manitoba. Total amounts will vary considerably from place to place, but in general total rainfall of anywhere from 35-90 mm can be expected before the rain tapers off on Tuesday. Note that highly localized rainfall in excess of 150 mm are possible with this system. ### Localized flooding is likely. Some roads may become impassable. Utility outages are likely. Significant property damage is likely. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected], call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #MBStorm. Don't drive through flooded roadways. Avoid low-lying areas. Consider moving valuables to higher levels of your home.
Environment Canada
