Blizzard Worsens Flood Woes for Manitobans
Manitoba News Release ............................................................ April 30, 2011 FLOOD BULLETIN #29 . A major storm is causing snow and rain along with high winds that are expected to shift from southerly to northerly directions across most of southern Manitoba. The slow-moving system is expected to move across Manitoba today (Sat.) and tomorrow. A lonely Robin awaits the return of spring. The storm will affect the dates of river crests and prolong the duration of the flood. Forecasters are assessing the storm's impact and will have more information once it is over. . Due to high wind gusts forecast across southern Manitoba today, those properties with flood-protection works and exposed to north winds can expect wind setup and wave action and are advised to assess the need for flood-protection reinforcements. Assiniboine River . Water levels on the Shellmouth Reservoir increased by 1.18 ft. since yesterday to 1,411.55 ft. Above, the br