Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Sandy Bay and the surrounding Rural Municipality of Alonsa as a late-season snowstorm moves through southwestern Manitoba on Monday, March 30, 2026.
The alert, which was issued at 4:47 AM, warns residents to prepare for heavy, accumulating snow that could make travel difficult. While most areas in the region can expect between 5 and 10 centimetres of snow, communities near Sandy Bay may see higher totals ranging from 10 to 15 centimetres before the system tapers off early Tuesday morning.
Conditions are expected to remain cold throughout the day, with a high of -6C. Northeast winds gusting up to 50 kilometres per hour will create wind chill values near -15C, and temperatures are expected to drop to -10C overnight. Residents are advised to bundle up if heading outdoors and to monitor local conditions closely.
Those travelling should check Manitoba 511 for the latest road updates before heading out, as winter conditions can shift quickly. Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure maintains a fleet of snow plows and graders across the province to help manage highway safety during these events.
According to Environment Canada, residents who wish to report severe weather can contact the agency via email or by phone.
