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Media Bulletin - Manitoba

June 11, 2014

Province Issues Wind Alert for South Basin of Lake Winnipeg, Areas Around Lake Manitoba



  • Manitoba Infrastructure and Transportation’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports the lake wind effect forecast for tomorrow suggests a strong wind warning for the South Basin of Lake Winnipeg and moderate to moderately high winds for south Lake Manitoba areas.
  • In the South Basin of Lake Winnipeg, wind speed and direction could raise levels by as much as three to five feet with the highest setup occurring as a result of the strongest winds.  In addition, these winds can result in significant wave action on shorelines.
  • On Lake Manitoba, wind speed and direction could raise levels by as much as two to three ft. on the southeast shore and one to two ft. on the south shore.
  • Property owners should take precautions.

Manitoba Lake Wind Effect Forecast Map for June 12, 2014

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