Manitoba thunderstorms cause downed lines, power outages
Manitoba Hydro crews are working on repairs after major thunderstorms damaged power lines around the province.
In a series of social media posts, the Crown corporation said overnight storms brought down lines in several parts of Manitoba, including in Winnipeg's River Heights neighbourhood, where 'considerable damage' has left 600 customers without power.
Hydro added that its crews have been working throughout the night and will get the power restored as soon as possible.
Manitobans are reminded to stay at least 10 metres back from downed lines.
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