A flash flood warning is in effect for Selkirk, Manitoba, after a large ice jam stalled on the Red River. On February 25, 2026, provincial officials noted that the ice is blocking the downstream flow of water, which can cause riverbanks to overflow quickly and without much notice.
According to Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure, the warning covers the river from the city north to Breezy Point. As of February 26, 2026, no evacuations have been ordered, but residents in low-lying areas are advised to monitor water levels and stay prepared for potential flooding.
The RM of St. Clements and other nearby communities are often affected by these jams when ice becomes stuck in narrow parts of the river. Specialized crews use machines to cut and break the ice to reduce the risk of flooding, and these operations were already underway before the current jam formed.
Officials are specifically watching the Selkirk Bridge and nearby roads where rising water could create dangerous conditions for drivers. This event marks an early start to the seasonal ice breakup, as river ice is moving north into colder areas where the ice is still thick and solid.
