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Severe storm threat in a 'potent environment' in southern Manitoba, NW Ont.
After a stormy Wednesday across southern Alberta and Saskatchewan, where tornado watches and warnings were issued, the risk of severe weather moves eastward Thursday. Manitoba and northwestern Ontario are next in line, with conditions expected to support significant thunderstorm development as energy builds throughout the afternoon. DON'T MISS: Severe storms may bring damaging winds of 90-110 km/h and large hail ranging from 2-4 cm in size—comparable to loonie to golf ball-sized hail. There is also the potential for one or two tornadoes, however, there is uncertainty in the risk because of a cap in the environment that may inhibit that. It'll be important to remain weather-aware, and stay up-to-date on all of the latest watches and warnings as conditions change. Thursday: High thunderstorm energy over southern Manitoba and northwestern Ontario A large low pressure system is tracking eastward, creating a setup for thunderstorms in southern Manitoba and northwestern Ontario Thursday afternoon. High thunderstorm energy is forecast to build through the day, with a strengthening cold front expected to trigger potentially severe storms by late afternoon and evening. Storm development may stay east of Winnipeg, possibly leaving the city dry, while areas near the Manitoba–northwestern Ontario border will see the highest storm potential. SEE ALSO: Severe thunderstorms may bring damaging winds of 90-110 km/h and hail between 2-4 cm in size, equivalent to loonie to golf ball-sized hail. While tornado potential remains uncertain, there is a slight risk of one or two tornadoes developing. Some limiting factors include a possible cap in the environment and storm timing beyond 8 p.m. ET, which could reduce the overall severe weather risk. Stay alert for updated forecasts and any weather warnings. DON'T MISS: Heading into the weekend, temperatures across the Prairies will be variable. Northern regions are expected to remain cooler than normal, while southern areas will experience warmer-than-normal conditions, with periods of warmth pushing in from south of the U.S. border. Looking ahead to next week, warmer-than-average temperatures are anticipated to prevail across much of the region. Be sure to check back for the latest updates across the Prairies WATCH: Prairies drive the second worst fire season on record in Canada Click here to view the video
Yahoo
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Wildfires kill three across southern Europe, force thousands to evacuate
By David Latona PATRAS, Greece/MADRID (Reuters) -Hundreds of firefighters battled to put out wildfires across southern Europe on Thursday, some of which are believed to have been set deliberately by arsonists and stoked by an extended heat wave gripping the region. The European Union sent reinforcements to help Greece and Spain tackle blazes which have killed three firefighters, damaged homes and buildings and razed swathes of farm and forest land, forcing the evacuation of thousands of people. Hot and dry summers have been common in the Mediterranean region. But wildfires fanned by intense heat and winds, the result of a fast-changing climate, scientists say, have become more destructive and tougher to control. From Portugal to Spain, Albania and Greece, firefighters struggled to contain towering walls of flames threatening life and property. The Iberian Peninsula alone made up about half of the EU's burned area of some 500,000 hectares (1,931 square miles) so far this year, according to estimates by the European Forest Fire Information System (EFFIS). In Greece, more than 200 firefighters assisted by 11 aircraft battled to extinguish a blaze near the port city of Patras in the western Peloponnese. Elevated temperatures stoked tinderbox conditions. "In such circumstances just a spark is enough to start a fire which can quickly spin out of control," said Greece's Civil Protection and Climate Change Minister Giannis Kefalogiannis. Three people suspected of deliberately igniting wildfires near Patras were arrested and expected to appear before a public prosecutor on Thursday, a senior police official told Reuters on condition of anonymity. Greece has made available a record number of some 18,000 firefighters this year. RAGING INFERNO In Spain, three people, including volunteer firefighters, died amiddozens of wildfires this week, as the country baked in a heat wave for an 11th day with temperatures as high as 44 degrees Celsius (111 Fahrenheit) in some areas, expected to last until Monday. Local media identified the latest victim as 37-year-old Jaime Aparicio, who suffered burns to 85% of his body after being trapped alongside another volunteer firefighter as they attempted to create firebreaks with brush cutters. On Thursday, 11 large fires threatened built-up areas, forcing authorities to evacuate over 9,000 residents, and to cut off roads and suspend rail services. In Portugal, nearly 1,000 firefighters battled a blaze near the scenic mountain village of Piodao. Crews managed to bring under control a wildfire burning for 11 days - the longest for this season - in the mountainous area of Vila Real in the north. In Albania, soldiers, firefighters, and volunteers, supported by helicopters and an Italian Canadair fire jet, battled to contain separate fronts in the Sopot area between Delvina and Gjirokastra on Thursday after blazes raging for days damaged dozens of homes and charred agricultural land. Prime Minister Edi Rama said on Thursday 137 arsonists have been identified since June, and several were being arrested. Clirim Conku, a 61-year-old farmer in southern Albania, lost vineyards, olive groves and all his livestock in a wildfire but was relieved he and his faithful dog survived. "I was using everything to keep the flames out. For example to fight the smoke this napkin has saved my life. I put some water on it but it stayed wet more with sweat," he said. Others were bitter that a lifetime of work was gone in minutes. Restaurant owner Dimitris Daskas, 57, whose business was close to Patras, broke his arm while trying to save his property and was left without water or power as the flames approached. "My wife was calling (emergency services) to say we are on fire; they didn't even pick up," he told Reuters.
Washington Post
an hour ago
- Washington Post
La Niña may be coming back, again. Here's what that means
On Thursday morning, the National Weather Service issued a La Niña Watch — an informal bulletin advising partners that a La Niña weather pattern is likely to emerge. It won't be a strong La Niña, and it won't last too long, but it should be a factor in shaping how North America's winter evolves.
