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This autumn continues to be an especially windy one, with gusts up to 100 km/h possible this weekend for parts of southern Manitoba. (File photo)
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A fast-moving Alberta clipper is expected to bring damaging winds to southern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba on Saturday, according to Environment Canada.

Winds of 60 to 70 km/h, with gusts reaching up to 100 km/h, are forecast to develop by midday Saturday.

The strong westerly and northwesterly gusts will persist through the afternoon before easing by Saturday evening.

Environment Canada warns that these winds may cause damage to buildings, such as shingles and windows, and could lead to power outages and fallen tree branches. Loose objects may also become dangerous projectiles.

Last week, another system brought winds upwards of 90 km/h, resulting in power outages which affected over 25,000 customers across southern Manitoba.

In Winnipeg winds will be from the south at 40 km/h, gusting to 70 km/h to begin the day. In the afternoon the wind is expected to shift from the west at 50 km/h with gusts up to 80 km/h. There is also a 30 per cent chance of showers for the city in the late morning and throughout the afternoon.

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Residents are urged to stay updated with the latest forecasts and warnings. Severe weather reports can be sent via email to MBstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweeted using the hashtag #MBStorm.

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