Virden, Manitoba, Canada Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes. Strong winds, large hail and heavy rain are also possible.

Hazards:
Tornadoes
Hail up to 9 cm in diameter
Wind gusts to 120 km/h
Local rainfall amounts in excess of 50 mm

Timing:
This afternoon and this evening.

Additional Information:
A severe weather outbreak is expected today. Multiple thunderstorms will rapidly develop this afternoon along a stalled front over southeastern Saskatchewan and southwestern Manitoba. Significant severe weather including tornadoes is probable, continuing into the evening hours.

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Significant damage or destruction to infrastructure, homes and the natural environment is possible.

Tornado watches are issued when conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to MBstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484 or post reports on X using #MBStorm.