Occurred Oct 17, 2026, 8:08:48 PM UTC

First published Oct 18, 2026, 12:47:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 18, 2026, 12:47:15 AM UTC

Wind - R.M. of Medstead including Medstead Belbutte and Birch Lake

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An Environment Canada warning forecasts wind gusts of 90–100 km/h in the affected Saskatchewan area late this afternoon, with severe gusts expected to end this evening. Loose objects should be secured; local utility outages and property damage are possible.

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Affected location: R.M. of Medstead, including Medstead Belbutte and Birch Lake

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The warning describes a time-limited risk of damaging winds and recommends securing loose objects.

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