Stormy Weather Expected Across Manitoba – Colleen Bready’s Latest Forecast

Morning commuters in Winnipeg and surrounding communities should brace themselves – the sky over southern Manitoba is set to darken, and the forecast isn’t looking friendly.

Colleen Bready, the province’s chief meteorologist, issued a severe thunderstorm warning for a swath stretching from the U.S. border up to the Red River Valley. She says we’re looking at gusts that could top 70 km/h, sudden downpours, and, in some pockets, hail the size of a golf ball.

Temperatures will linger in the high teens (around 65‑70 °F) early in the day, but as the low‑pressure system deepens, the air will become increasingly unstable. That’s the perfect recipe for fast‑moving thunderstorms that can form, thunder, and dissipate in a matter of minutes.

For farmers, the timing is a mixed bag. While a quick burst of rain could help finish off a lingering drought, the accompanying wind and hail might damage crops that are just reaching maturity. The Ministry of Agriculture has advised folks to secure equipment and keep an eye on any field alerts.

Travelers should also plan ahead. Highways 1 and 2 are expected to see reduced visibility, especially where the rain turns heavy. Some smaller rural roads could become slick, so a slower pace and extra headlights are wise. Public transit routes in Winnipeg may experience slight delays if wind rattles overhead signs.

Residents are encouraged to stay indoors if possible, keep windows closed, and have a flashlight handy – power outages aren’t out of the question when strong gusts knock down trees. If you must be outside, seek shelter in a sturdy building, not a trailer or shed.

Looking beyond tonight, the storm system should drift eastward by tomorrow afternoon, giving the province a chance to dry out. Still, Bready cautions that lingering showers could stick around the north‑central regions into the weekend.

Bottom line: keep an eye on the local radar, trust the alerts, and don’t let the beautiful September sky lull you into a false sense of security.