Residents in Stonewall are being urged to stay alert as a large low pressure system moving across the Prairies brings a risk of severe thunderstorms to the region on April 23, 2026. The Weather Network is reporting a high of 24°C today with a 40 percent chance of rain, and officials warn that precipitation could arrive within the next three hours.
This weather system is causing a wide range of conditions across Manitoba, with blizzard warnings in northern parts of the province and severe thunderstorm risks in the south. Meteorologists with Environment Canada are closely monitoring the potential for supercell thunderstorms, which can be capable of producing large hail, strong winds, and, in some cases, tornadoes.
Stonewall has a history of facing intense spring and summer weather. In August 2025, the community was directly named in tornado warnings and experienced significant rainfall and quarter-sized hail. Because spring weather in the region can change quickly, the Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization recommends that residents stay informed on safety procedures, including how to find proper shelter during a tornado and the 30-30 lightning safety rule.
With conditions remaining volatile throughout the day, officials advise everyone to monitor local updates and be prepared for rapidly changing weather.
