Environment Canada issues tornado warning for parts of Manitoba

Environment Canada issued a tornado warning for several areas in Manitoba on Saturday, July 11, 2026, as a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado moved through the region.

At approximately 4:03 p.m. CDT, meteorologists were tracking a storm located about 20 kilometers west of Salt Point. The storm was moving eastward at a speed of 20 km/h, with Winnipegosis identified as being in its path.

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This is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation.

The weather agency cautioned that the storm could also bring damaging winds, large hail, and intense localized rainfall. "This is a very dangerous and potentially life-threatening situation," Environment Canada stated in an alert, urging residents to take immediate cover in basements, interior rooms, or sturdy shelters.

Environment Canada also advised that tornadoes can be obscured by rain and may not be visible. Individuals on the water were instructed to return to shore and seek shelter. If unable to reach shore, they were advised to move away from the tornado's path, wear a lifejacket, lie face down, and protect their heads.

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tornadoes can be wrapped in rain and may not be visible.