Manitoba will receive wet, heavy snow in the first week of May

Some communities in Manitoba are expected to be affected by wet, heavy snow in the first week of May.

Environment Canada issued a snowfall warning in a number of areas, including Gillam, Flin Flon and Shamattawa, on Monday, saying 10 to 15 centimeters of snow is expected.

The Meteorological Agency explained that a low-pressure system moving across the central prairies will bring snow to western central Manitoba on Monday night. The snow is expected to stop by Tuesday afternoon.

Environment Canada noted that the snow will be wet and heavy at times. Heavy snowfall is expected to fall Monday night through Tuesday morning.

Residents are urged to prepare for worsening conditions, as snow can make travel difficult and reduce visibility on the roads.

Environment Canada said it may need to extend the snow warning to the south and east as it becomes more secure in the path of accumulation.