Winnipeg experiences extreme cold snap, temperatures plummet to -40 degrees Celsius
Winnipeg, MB – A deep freeze has settled over Winnipeg, with temperatures plunging to -40 degrees Celsius on Monday. The extreme cold has forced the closure of schools and businesses, and has caused widespread power outages.
Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for Winnipeg and surrounding areas. The warning is in effect until Tuesday morning.
The cold snap is being caused by a large ridge of high pressure over the western Arctic. The ridge is blocking the flow of warm air from the Pacific Ocean, and is allowing cold air from the north to spill into southern Manitoba.
The extreme cold is putting a strain on the city’s infrastructure. The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service has reported a number of weather-related calls, including several for people who have suffered frostbite.
The cold snap is also causing problems for the city’s homeless population. Many shelters are at capacity, and some people are being forced to sleep on the streets.
The City of Winnipeg is urging residents to take precautions to stay warm during the cold snap. Residents are advised to stay indoors as much as possible, and to dress in warm layers if they must go outside.
Residents are also being urged to check on their neighbours, especially those who are elderly or vulnerable.
The cold snap is expected to continue for the next few days. Environment Canada is forecasting a high of -28 degrees Celsius for Tuesday, and a high of -24 degrees Celsius for Wednesday.
The cold snap is expected to break on Thursday, with temperatures rising to a high of -10 degrees Celsius.
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