The severe winter weather in Southern Manitoba has led to widespread school and event cancellations. Residents are urged to stay updated on closures and road conditions due to ongoing blizzard conditions.
Road Closures Due to Blizzard Conditions
Several highways have been closed across Manitoba due to the inclement weather. Key closures include:
- Highway 59: from Hwy 100 (Sage Creek, Winnipeg) to Hwy 201 at Stuartburn
- Highway 101: from Hwy 15 (Dugald Road) to Hwy 1 (Fermor Avenue)
- Highway 1: from Winnipeg to the Saskatchewan border
- Highway 5: from the Saskatchewan border to Oberon
- Highway 10: from Cowan to Minnedosa
- Highway 20: from Highway 5 to Pine Creek
- Highway 276: from Sainte Rose du Lac to Highway 481
- Highway 50: from Highway 5 to Highway 278
For current highway conditions, residents can refer to Manitoba 511 for updates.
School Cancellations and Bus Closures
In response to the hazardous weather, major educational institutions and school divisions are closed:
- The University of Manitoba
- RRC Polytech
All school transportation in Winnipeg is suspended, affecting several divisions, including:
- Louis Riel School Division
- River East Transcona School Division
- St. James-Assiniboia School Division
- Seven Oaks School Division
- Pembina Trails School Division
Additionally, numerous other divisions are closed, including:
- Pine Creek School Division
- Prairie Rose School Division
- Border Land School Division
- Turtle Mountain School Division
- Sunrise School Division
Specific School Closures
Several schools outside the Winnipeg perimeter have also closed:
- Lagimodière (Lorette)
- Gabrielle-Roy (IDC)
- Saint-Joachim (La Broquerie)
- Pointe-des-Chênes (Sainte-Anne)
Additional Cancellations
Other institutions, including daycare centers and private schools, have announced closures:
- Balmoral Hall
- Our Lady of Victory Catholic School
- All WASO programs
For the latest updates, El-Balad will continue providing information on ongoing cancellations and weather conditions affecting Southern Manitoba.
