Environment Canada has issued a wind warning for parts of southern Manitoba, with strong gusts reaching up to 90 km/h this morning.
Areas under the warning include Morden, Winkler, Altona, Morris, Steinbach, St. Adolphe, Emerson, Vita, and Richer. The winds are expected to ease this afternoon and diminish further this evening.
Environment Canada warns that the strong winds may cause damage to buildings, including roof shingles and windows, and could knock down tree branches or power lines, leading to possible utility outages.
Loose objects may become dangerous projectiles, and motorists, especially those in high-profile vehicles, should be prepared for hazardous driving conditions due to strong crosswinds.
Winnipeg forecast
While Winnipeg is not under the warning, it will still be a windy day.
Snow is expected to end this morning, followed by a mix of sun and cloud. Blowing snow is possible in outlying areas.
Winds will be northwest at 40 km/h and gusting to 60 to begin the day, and then increasing to 60 and gusting to 80 this morning before easing this afternoon.
The high will be -7°C, with wind chills making it feel like -23 this morning and -17 this afternoon.
Tonight, skies will clear, and winds will diminish overnight. The low will be -17°C, with a wind chill near -23. On Sunday, expect mainly sunny skies with increasing cloudiness in the afternoon. Winds will be light, and the high will reach -6°C, with wind chill values as low as -24 in the morning.
Residents in affected areas should secure loose objects and exercise caution when travelling.