Snow coming to Manitoba; dangerous conditions expected

Manitobans are being warned that a major snowfall this week is expected to bring dangerous travel conditions.

Manitobans are being warned that a major snowfall this week is expected to bring dangerous travel conditions.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a winter storm warning for a number of communities, saying a storm approaching from the south will cause “significant” snow in western Manitoba on Tuesday and Wednesday.

It notes that precipitation will start off as rain and then transition into snow as colder air enters the system. The weather agency adds the system will also bring wind gusts as high as 70 km/h, which may cause poor visibility and blowing snow.

By Wednesday evening, snowfall accumulations are expected to range between 15 and 30 centimetres.

ECCC notes that highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate amid the accumulating snow as visibility may be reduced and surfaces may be slippery.

Manitobans are urged to consider postponing non-essential travel.

Along with the winter storm warning, ECCC has issued a special weather statement for Winnipeg and several other communities.