First published Oct 22, 2026, 9:15:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 22, 2026, 9:18:17 PM UTC

Snow, ice and extreme cold

Winter storm - Lynn Lake

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A watch warns of a storm affecting northern Manitoba, with heavy snow, strong wind gusts, blowing snow, freezing rain, and heavy rain forecast from Friday evening through the weekend. The source says roads may be difficult to navigate and closures and local utility outages are possible.

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Affected location: Brochet

Illustrative image: Snow covered car in Winnipeg Manitoba Canada — Rohan.wankar/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0

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The forecast includes near-zero visibility at times and recommends considering rescheduled travel and outdoor activities.

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Oct 22, 2026, 8:34 PM UTC
A significant fall storm is forecast to affect northern Manitoba from Friday evening through the weekend, with heavy snow, strong winds, reduced visibility, and periods of rain or freezing rain. The source reports that roads and walkways may be difficult to navigate and road closures are possible.
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Oct 22, 2026, 8:34 PM UTC
A yellow-level winter storm watch covers Pukatawagan and other northern Manitoba communities, with heavy snow, strong winds, blowing snow, and periods of rain or freezing rain forecast from Friday evening through Sunday. The alert warns of difficult travel, possible road closures, and possible local utility outages.
Environment Canada Weather Alerts
Oct 22, 2026, 8:34 PM UTC
A watch warns of a storm affecting northern Manitoba, with heavy snow, strong wind gusts, blowing snow, freezing rain, and heavy rain forecast from Friday evening through the weekend. The source says roads may be difficult to navigate and closures and local utility outages are possible.
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