9:00 p.m. update – No alerts in effect for southern Manitoba
The severe thunderstorm watch has now ended for the entire southern Manitoba region. At this time, no warnings or watches are in effect for the area.
Earlier conditions:
Weather conditions today had been favourable for the development of strong thunderstorms, with potential for large hail and powerful wind gusts.
Main hazards identified during the watch:
Large hail, with sizes estimated between quarter and toonie in diameter.
Strong, gusty winds, with potential gusts exceeding 90 km/h (about 56 mph).
Severe thunderstorm watches are issued when the atmosphere supports the possibility of dangerous storms, capable of producing damaging winds, heavy rain, or large hail.
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