Strong winds could cause waves and high water levels along the southern basins of Lake Manitoba and areas around Lake Winnipeg starting Wednesday.
Areas affected include the western shore near Gimli and Victoria Beach on the east side of Lake Winnipeg.
Northwesterly winds of up to 35 mph will develop Wednesday afternoon and last into early Thursday morning, and could raise water levels more than five feet, the Center for Manitoba Hydrological Forecast.
Residents and homeowners should be vigilant and take steps to protect themselves, the center said.
Even without the wind, Lake Winnipeg has risen to its highest level since 1974. Manitoba Infrastructure said the lake is 717.5 feet above sea level, or 2.5 feet above the limit above Manitoba Hydro’s recommended operating range.
The lake rose late last week, but it will take months to return to its normal range, Manitoba Infrastructure said.
Several communities elsewhere in the province continue to be affected by high water levels due to recent storms.
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