A dangerous heat wave has prompted an extreme heat warning for Ste. Anne and the Rural Municipality of Ste. Anne through Monday, July 13, 2026, as sweltering conditions continue across southern Manitoba.
Environment Canada issued the orange-level heat alert at 4:15 a.m. Monday, warning that daytime highs will hit 35 C with humidex values making it feel like 46. Overnight, temperatures will only dip to 20 C, providing little relief from the oppressive heat.
The warning covers the R.M. of Ste. Anne, including Richer, and comes as a multi-day heat event has already shattered temperature records across the province. Seven Manitoba communities set new daily records on Sunday, with McCreary topping the list at 36.5 C. Winnipeg reached 35.3 C, feeling like 48 with the humidity.
The R.M. of Ste. Anne, home to about 5,600 people, includes the Paradise Village retirement community, where older residents are especially vulnerable to heat-related illness. Officials are urging everyone to drink plenty of water, stay in cool places, and check on neighbours who may be at risk.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Warning signs include red, hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion, and changes in consciousness. Anyone showing these symptoms should call 911 right away.
The intense heat is expected to ease slightly by Tuesday, when temperatures are forecast to drop to the low 30s or high 20s.
