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June Storms Shatter Weather Records | Winnipeg News
Severe June storms slammed Manitoba and Saskatchewan, triggering over $728 million in insured damage and shattering weather-related claim records—with more than 30,000 claims filed in Manitoba alone, surpassing the 1996 record. A second major storm at month’s end caused catastrophic flooding, especially in the Parkland Region, as the Assiniboine River surged near Brandon. Yet, thanks to vigilant monitoring and resilient infrastructure, Brandon’s dikes held, and water levels are now receding—offering a glimmer of hope amid the devastation. This extreme weather underscores the urgent need for…
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