Severe Winter Storm Hits Western Manitoba, Closing Roads and Schools

Heavy snowfall and strong winds create hazardous conditions in western Manitoba, while Winnipeg experiences rain and prepares for snow.

A winter storm has led to the closure of major highways in western Manitoba, including the Trans-Canada Highway from Austin to the Saskatchewan border.
Environment Canada issued winter storm and snowfall warnings, with some areas expecting up to 50 cm of snow by Wednesday evening.
Strong winds, gusting up to 80 km/h, are causing poor visibility and dangerous driving conditions in the affected regions.
Numerous school divisions in western Manitoba have canceled classes and bus services due to the severe weather.
Winnipeg remains mostly wet with heavy rainfall but is preparing for snow and colder temperatures as the storm moves east.