Manitoba’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre continues to monitor the Spring melt and runoff, which is ongoing in Southern Manitoba basins including the Red River.
In its latest update issued Tuesday, a second peak along the Red is now expected to occur south of Winnipeg April 20th to 26th. Levels may exceed bankfull capacities at some locations, leading to minor flooding.
The Red is expected to peak in Winnipeg between April 21st and 25th under normal future weather conditions.
Meanwhile, The Red River Floodway may start operation this weekend to control water levels in Winnipeg.
The centre is also stressing overland flooding may develop in low-lying areas, especially where drainage systems remain partially frozen or obstructed. As spring snowmelt progresses, conditions can change rapidly, particularly if warm temperatures or rainfall occur over a short period.