WEDNESDAY, JULY 26TH, 2023
Environment Canada has issued a tornado watch for lots of communities in southwest Manitoba including the Parkland.
The weather agency says current weather conditions could cause severe thunderstorms to develop, which could produce tornadoes.
More from Environment Canada:
Tornado Watch in effect for:
- Dauphin - Russell - Roblin - Winnipegosis
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Strong winds, large hail and heavy rain are also possible. This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.
Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches. In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions: Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can.
As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris. Lightning kills and injures Canadians every year. Remember, when thunder roars, go indoors! Tornado watches are issued when atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes.
Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
Communities in the Dauphin - Russell - Roblin - Winnipegosis region that are also under a tornado watch include:
- Gilbert Plains
- Grandview
- Ashville
- Fork River
- Ethelbert
- Roblin
- Binscarth
- Sifton
- Ochre River
- Rorketon
- Riding Mountain
