Environment Canada issued a blowing snow advisory for Selkirk, Manitoba, at 4:26 AM on Friday, February 27, 2026. High winds and recent snowfall are expected to create near-zero visibility, making travel hazardous in the Rural Municipality of St. Andrews, including Lockport and Ponemah.
Powerful wind gusts between 60 and 80 km/h will blow snow across the region throughout the day. Temperatures are forecast to drop from minus 5°C in the morning to minus 18°C by the afternoon. The wind chill could feel as cold as minus 31°C during this time, which increases the risk of frostbite.
The Lord Selkirk School Division may cancel bus services if visibility becomes too dangerous for students to travel safely. Officials from Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure warn that road closures are possible. Major delays are expected during the afternoon rush hour.
Crews from the City of Selkirk are focused on clearing snow from main roads like Eveline Street and Manitoba Avenue. Conditions are expected to slowly improve starting late Friday evening as the wind begins to calm.
