Residents in Stonewall, Manitoba, should prepare for icy roads and sidewalks as temperatures are expected to drop significantly tonight, March 8, 2026. This quick freeze follows a daytime high of 2°C, which will drop to an overnight low of -12°C, turning wet surfaces and slush into dangerous ice.
According to Environment Canada, there is also a 60 per cent chance of flurries overnight. The combination of falling snow and the sharp temperature drop creates a high risk of flash freezing, where moisture on the ground becomes a thin layer of ice that can be very difficult for drivers and walkers to see.
The provincial department of Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure advises drivers to check road conditions through the 511 service before starting their trip. Officials recommend increasing the distance between vehicles because tires have less grip when temperatures fluctuate around the freezing point.
Safety tips from SAFE Work Manitoba suggest allowing extra time for travel and walking. Taking extra care on sidewalks and in parking lots can help prevent falls as the slush hardens into ice by Monday morning.
