orange warning - blizzard - in effect Blizzard conditions with gusty winds and visibility frequently near zero in snow and blowing snow are expected. Locations: Portions of southern Manitoba. Total snowfall: 10 to 20 cm, with locally higher amounts possible. Maximum wind gusts: northerly 70 to 90 km/h. Timing: Ending later today. Remarks: A strong Alberta Clipper is bringing heavy snow and strong, gusty winds leading to blizzard conditions over portions of southern Manitoba. ### Travel will be dangerous and likely impossible due to near-zero visibility. There may be a significant impact on rush hour traffic. Blizzard warnings are issued when near-zero visibility in blowing snow is expected. 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. For more information about the alerting program, please visit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/severeweather/weather-alerts/colour-coded-alerts. Avoid travel and outdoor activities, if possible.
