What Happened
The City of Winnipeg is preparing for a significant drop in temperature, with forecasts indicating that the mercury may fall to as low as minus-25 degrees Celsius over the next few days. Snow is expected to accumulate, prompting the city to declare a residential parking ban starting at 7 a.m. on Thursday, February 26, lasting until 7 p.m. on February 28. Snowfall is anticipated throughout the week, with temperatures hovering around minus-11 degrees Celsius on Wednesday and dropping to minus-21 degrees Celsius overnight.
Why It Matters
This extreme cold weather poses risks to public safety, particularly for vulnerable populations such as seniors. The City of Winnipeg is urging residents to check on loved ones during this period of harsh weather. Additionally, the residential parking ban is essential for efficient snow clearing operations, allowing city crews to maintain safe and accessible roadways and sidewalks.
What’s Next
Residents are advised to make alternate parking arrangements during the snow clearing period, which can be tracked using the City of Winnipeg’s interactive snow map or the Know Your Zone app. Motorists are reminded to adhere to all temporary parking signs to avoid fines. The extended forecast suggests fluctuating temperatures, with highs reaching 1 degree Celsius by Friday, but lows dropping to minus-28 degrees Celsius by Saturday night.
