Blowing Snow Advisory Issued for R.M. of Montcalm and St. Jean Baptiste
Environment Canada has issued a yellow blowing snow advisory for the R.M. of Montcalm and St. Jean Baptiste, effective through early February 28.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow advisory for blowing snow. This alert is currently in effect to inform residents of hazardous conditions in the region.
Affected Areas
The advisory specifically impacts the Rural Municipality (R.M.) of Montcalm, including the community of St. Jean Baptiste.
What You Should Do
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, you may send an email to [email protected], call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #MBStorm.
Expected Conditions
The primary hazard identified is blowing snow. While specific visibility distances or wind speeds were not detailed in the alert, the yellow advisory indicates moderate severity and potential impacts on travel and visibility.
Timeline
The alert was issued at 12:10 AM UTC on February 28, 2026. It is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 4:04 AM UTC on February 28, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice