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Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has released the 2021 Fall Conditions Report that indicates soil moisture levels at the time of freeze-up are below normal in most Manitoba basins.

With cold weather conditions expected in parts of the province as early as Sunday, Nov. 21, Manitoba Health and Seniors Care is reminding individuals about health concerns related to colder temperatures. Exposure to cold can result in health problems such as frostbite or hypothermia, which can be life-threatening.

As the first winter storm of the season is expected and occurring across many parts of the province, Manitoba RCMP are reminding drivers to use extreme caution and follow some basic winter driving tips to stay safe.

With reports of a winter storm approaching in coming days and potential heavy snow across areas of the province, motorists are reminded to adjust driving habits for winter road conditions and to remain alert when following or approaching oncoming highway snowplows.

Manitoba public health officials are warning people of an extended period of heat for Manitoba lasting into next week, with most of the province affected with the exception of the far northeast area. Manitobans are advised to be prepared and plan for intense and long-lasting heat.

Manitoba public health officials are warning people of an extended period of heat forecast for Manitoba, with many areas of the province already affected. The province are advising the public to be prepared and plan for the heat.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting above normal temperatures in Manitoba starting today and persisting into early next week. This system will bring hot conditions to southern Manitoba, with some areas experiencing extreme heat for several days.

Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centres spring thaw outlook reports the risk of a major spring high water event remains low in most Manitoba basins and is still dependent on weather conditions from now until spring melt.

Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has released the 2020 Fall Conditions Report that indicates soil moisture levels before freeze-up are normal to below normal in most Manitoba basins.

With the onset of cold weather conditions beginning Tuesday, Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living is reminding Manitobans across the province of health concerns related to colder temperatures that are expected in the coming days.