Severe thunderstorms are expected to affect parts of west-central Manitoba through the afternoon. “An unstable air mass sits ahead of a frontal system, providing an environment conducive to the development of strong storms that can produce tornadoes. Large, golf ball-sized hail and strong wind gusts are also possible with these storms,” the ECCC said in a release. “This is a dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation,” officials added.
Read more: Flash storm, baseball-sized hail wreak havoc in southwestern Manitoba
Areas under tornado watches include: Trending Stories
Two seriously injured after shooting at Toronto mall Traveler used AirTag to track lost luggage for 5 days after flight from Toronto
Arborg – Hecla – Fisher River – Gypsumville – Ashern Dauphin – Russell – Roblin – Winnipegosis Grand Rapids – Waterhen Minnedosa – Riding Mountain National Park Are you. Rose – McCreary – Alonso – Gladstone Swan River – Duck Mountain – Porcupine Provincial Forest
Strong thunderstorms are also present in parts of the province. Story continues below ad Officials say you should pay attention immediately in severe weather. “Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from exterior walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell, or closet. Leave RVs, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or self-contained shelter and move to a strong building if you can,” officials suggest. Thunderstorms are also expected across much of southern Manitoba Saturday and into Sunday. © 2022 Global News, a division of Corus Entertainment Inc.