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3 days ago
- Climate
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Typical summer weather in the forecast after Winnipeg walloped with rain
After seeing heavy rain this weekend, things are looking up in the forecast for Winnipeg heading into the week. Dan Fulton of Environment and Climate Change Canada says the city will get comfortable summer temperatures. '(Winnipeg will see) mid-20s and cooling off nicely at night, kind of into the teens, and that's pretty much what we're expecting for the week right into the weekend,' Fulton told 680 CJOB's The Start. 'That's actually pretty close to the normals too — the normals for this time of year are lows of 13 and highs of 26, fairly pleasant aside from the smoke, which is going to be a bit of an issue.' Story continues below advertisement Fulton said the wind is expected to push more wildfire smoke into southern Manitoba, but it's too early to predict whether that could lead to more smoke warnings or special weather statements. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy There's a small chance of rain for Winnipeg on Monday afternoon, he said, but nothing like this past weekend when the city bore the brunt of heavy precipitation. 'Winnipeg got the most rainfall in the province,' Fulton said. 'The Forks recorded 38 millimetres of rain and 21 at the airport. The next highest I could find was Carman at 16. Peak rainfall rates (in Winnipeg) were about 120 millimetres an hour.' 2:05 Local events smoked out
Global News
11-07-2025
- Climate
- Global News
Smoky conditions caused by Manitoba wildfires to persist, meteorologist says
With a state of emergency once again in effect for Manitoba due to raging wildfires in the province's north, much of southern Manitoba is also feeling an impact, with thick smoke lingering in Winnipeg Friday. Rose Carlsen of Environment and Climate Change Canada told 680 CJOB's The Start that the smoke is expected to stick around the city for the next day or two. 'Unfortunately, we're going to be looking at smoky conditions for today and potentially overnight until tomorrow,' Carlsen said, 'until we get kind of a westerly flow away from those wildfires.' The forecast is calling for a chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm in the southern part of the province Friday and into Saturday, but Carlsen said the smoky air is expected to persist even if there is a lot of rain. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'It will maybe give a brief reprieve from some of the smoke, but unfortunately, the smoke is probably going to be prevalent for the next day or two. Story continues below advertisement 'With the air quality warning today, it's important to limit your exposure outside as much as you can and also make sure you're paying close attention to anyone who might be more of a risk to any sort of wildfire conditions.' Those with respiratory issues like asthma are encouraged to take extra steps to limit their exposure. The air quality index for Winnipeg, as well as other parts of the province, was sitting at 10+ on Friday morning — the highest possible rating on the index, described as 'very high risk.'
Global News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- Global News
Thousands on evacuation order in northern Manitoba due to wildfires
Thousands of people are being ordered to flee their homes in northern Manitoba due to a threat from nearby wildfires. The City of Flin Flon, Man., shared on social media on Wednesday afternoon that all residents and visitors must leave as soon as possible and in a calm and orderly manner. Residents are expected to be out of the community by 12 a.m. (midnight) on Wednesday. For community members with their own transportation, they are advised to evacuate through Provincial Road #10, heading towards The Pas, city officials said. The #10 may have some visibility issues, but it is currently considered safe to drive. Do not attempt to drive through PR #39 directly towards Thompson. 1:49 Wildfires prompt new evacuations across Western Canada Flin Flon Mayor George Fontaine told 680 CJOB's The Start that the current population is around 5,000, and many of them experienced similar fears when wildfires approached in 2024, threatening nearby Cranberry Portage. Story continues below advertisement For those evacuating on Wednesday, they should bring identification, medications, necessary supplies, go bags and any provisions for pets. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy If anyone does not have access to accommodations, call 2-11 for information about shelters in Winnipeg. In addition, nearly 17,500 people in northern Manitoba's First Nations are now trying to get to safety. Two more First Nations are on evacuation notice. According to the Manitoba Keewatinowi Okimakanak Inc., Pimicikamak's airport is non-operational due to the fire threat. Thousands are attempting to be flown out and the community is also isolated by fire from the main highway. Marcel Colomb First Nation is also evacuated, and the community of Sherridon. Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is immediately evacuating as fire activity threatens limited escape routes, access to its airport is cut-off, and trains are also not operating because of the fire threat. The organization is urging the Manitoba government to declare a province-wide state of emergency. More to come…
Global News
28-05-2025
- Climate
- Global News
‘A serious situation': Flin Flon, Man. residents on evacuation alert as fires continue
Another northern Manitoba community is under threat from wildfires. Flin Flon residents have been told to be ready to leave at a moment's notice, as a large blaze that started in neighbouring Creighton, Sask., is moving into the province. A pre-evacuation alert notice has been sent out so area residents can get prepared to leave if conditions get too severe. 'Creighton is a kilometre away from us and that's where the fire came from,' Flin Flon Mayor George Fontaine told 680 CJOB's The Start. 'If the winds go the wrong way, that's why they're telling our residents to leave at a moment's notice right now. It's a serious situation.' Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy Fontaine said Flin Flon's current population is around 5,000, and many of them experienced similar fears when wildfires approached in 2024, threatening nearby Cranberry Portage. Story continues below advertisement 'It's approaching our city from the north, so whether the winds are the right way or not this morning I guess is what we're going to find out. 'I'm heading home so I can be in communication with all my people — I was out west, I was headed for a wedding in Edmonton, but I had to come back here…. This is pretty important stuff.' Residents of Lynn Lake, Man., were forced to leave their homes Monday to avoid a nearby wildfire, which was only a half-dozen kilometres from the town earlier this week.
Global News
22-05-2025
- Business
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‘A real gut punch': Manitoba wildfires impact busy season in Whiteshell
A business owner in the North Whiteshell says she's looking forward to getting back to work when it's safe to do so. Stefanie Giasson told 680 CJOB's The Start she and her family bought White Lake Resort in 2014, and while some parts of the provincial park opened up Wednesday for residents to return, nearby fires continue to threaten some areas, making it unsafe — at least for now — for the resort to re-open. The province ordered an evacuation of the entire park last week after a blaze on the Ontario side of the provincial border crossed into Manitoba. Giasson said it was disheartening to have to cancel bookings over the May long weekend — the kick off to summer and cottage season, and typically a popular time at resorts like White Lake. 'We have 12 cabins at our resort, and they were fully booked for the long weekend, so those of course all had to be cancelled. We've had a bunch of bookings this week and leading into the weekend that we had to cancel as well. Story continues below advertisement 'Losing out on the first big weekend's a real gut punch, as a business like ours, we have such a short window of time to make the money that we need to survive each year,' she said. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'And it isn't just our business, it's our homes … we all live at these resorts.' As frustrating as the waiting game is, Giasson said at least there's been some movement toward bringing people back to the area, and that things will eventually get back to normal. 'It is encouraging seeing there is stuff opening back up, so that gives us some hope,' she said. 'I'm not going to lie — when I saw that email come through saying there was good news, I got really excited … and then I read it and saw that we were right on the edge of what was still remaining closed. 'We were disappointed, but we understand that it's all for safety.' Giasson said for now the resort is safe, with multiple decent-sized lakes separating the cabins from the ongoing wildfire. However, she understands why provincial officials are remaining cautious. 'Nature can change very quickly, as we all know. Things can change on a dime out there especially.' Story continues below advertisement Until they get all clear to return, Giasson said her family is staying with relatives in Winnipeg. As of Thursday morning, the wildfire situation across the province appeared to be continuing to improve, although some concerning fires remain. Nopiming Provincial Park remains evacuated, and a massive blaze more than double the size of Winnipeg is dangerously close to Bird River. The province said there are currently 12 active wildfires in Manitoba, including a deadly one in Lac du Bonnet, which has seen some evacuation orders lifted as crews work to contain it. Manitoba's fire risk was classified as moderate as of Thursday.
