Manitoba weather: More severe thunderstorms could be on the way [Video]

After a soggy, chaotic few days in Manitoba, more severe thunderstorms could be on the way to parts of the province on Thursday.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued severe thunderstorm watches and warnings for a large section of central and northern Manitoba including The Pas, Norway House, Grand Rapids, Easterville, Island Lake, and Poplar River.

The weather agency said its meteorologists are tracking severe thunderstorms in the area capable of producing very strong wind gusts, up to nickel size hail, and heavy rain.

ECCC reminded the public that large hail can damage property and cause injury, while strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees, and overturn vehicles.

Areas affected by severe thunderstorm watches, warnings, as well as a tornado watch, are pictured on Environment and Climate Change Canada’s website on Sept. 19, 2024.

The agency also warned intense lightning is …