Winter in summer? Thunderstorm wreaks havoc in Winnipeg

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Written by Colleen Houde Thursday, May 16 2024, 4:45 PM

A significant hail storm left behind several inches of hail on May 16, 2024. (Colleen Houde/Golden West)

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Lawns are white and streets are flooded after a severe thunderstorm rolled through Winnipeg late Thursday afternoon.

Just after 4 p.m. the storm turned from torrential rain into a significant hail storm.

HailA hail storm left streets in St. James and Crestview filled with hail on May 16, 2024. (Colleen Houde/Golden West)

Marble to pea sized hail fell for about five minutes leaving behind an icy mess.

A severe thunderstorm warning remains in effect for the city of Winnipeg as the system rolls out.

hail covers a sidewalk

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