Severe Thunderstorm Warning and Tornado Watch Issued for Southwestern Manitoba
Red thunderstorm warning, orange tornado watch issued for southwestern Manitoba

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Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a red severe thunderstorm warning and an orange tornado watch for southwestern Manitoba, warning of extreme weather conditions including damaging winds and large hail. Residents are advised to seek shelter immediately.
- 01The severe thunderstorm warning covers communities including Lenore, Kenton, and Oakner, among others.
- 02Meteorologists describe the storm as capable of producing baseball-sized hail and damaging wind gusts.
- 03An orange tornado watch is in effect for areas like Inglis, Brandon, and Waskada, indicating conditions favorable for tornado development.
- 04Residents are advised to take cover immediately if a thunderstorm approaches, particularly in mobile homes or temporary shelters.
- 05The severe weather threat is expected to persist into the evening.
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Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued a red severe thunderstorm warning and an orange tornado watch for southwestern Manitoba, effective Saturday afternoon. Meteorologists are monitoring an extremely dangerous thunderstorm that poses risks of damaging wind gusts, baseball-sized hail, and heavy rainfall. Communities under the warning include Lenore, Kenton, Oakner, and others, where large hail may cause significant damage and life-threatening injuries. Residents are urged to seek immediate shelter from flying debris and hail. Surrounding areas, such as Inglis, Brandon, and Waskada, are under a tornado watch due to favorable conditions for severe thunderstorms that could spawn tornadoes. ECCC recommends that in the event of a tornado, individuals should move indoors to a basement or an interior room away from windows. Those in mobile homes or temporary shelters should relocate to a sturdy building. The agency will provide updates as new information becomes available regarding the storm's progression and potential impacts.
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The severe weather poses risks of property damage and personal injury due to large hail and possible tornadoes.
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