As part of the Manitoba Restart Program, our government is creating jobs and investing $150 million to resurface more than 240 km of Highways 1, 23 and 59 South to ensure the safe and reliable flow of people and goods: news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.html

We’ve issued a high water advisory on the Red River from Emerson to Winnipeg. Water levels are rising due to recent rain and will continue to rise with moderate precipitation forecast in the Red River basin over the next 4-6 days. Levels are expected to remain within bank.

Water levels at the dam at Rivers are declining on average 1-1.5 feet/day. In the past 24 hours, 15-30 mm rain was recorded in the Little Saskatchewan River basin, which will slow down the decline or increase levels slightly as it flows past and Rivers. twitter.com/MBGovNews/stat…

Manitoba Infrastructure crews are working in flood-affected areas to monitor water levels and inspect infrastructure on an ongoing basis. 11 standard emergency response trailers have been deployed to the Westman area with pumps, water tubes and other essential flood equipment.

We advise property owners to take precautions as water levels could rise significantly in a short time in these areas. Unless travel is necessary, the province requests individuals stay away from affected areas for everyone’s safety.

Widespread precipitation is forecast for most southern, southwest and southeast Manitoba watersheds for the next five to seven days. Occasional heavy thunderstorms could develop and bring up to 100 mm of heavy localized rain, which could lead to localized overland flooding.

Today’s update on the one-in-1,000 year flood event facing the dam at Rivers, MB and high water in Southwestern Manitoba. twitter.com/MBGovNews/stat…

Update on the dam in Rivers, MB and high water in southwestern / western Manitoba: twitter.com/MBGovNews/stat…

Joined by my colleagues @reghelwer @CliffCullen4MLA @Min_E_Clarke for a media call as our government recommends an emergency evacuation with an abundance of caution for the municipalities of Riverdale, Whitehead, Cornwallis and parts of Brandon due to high water at the Rivers dam

Last stop was to inspect Infrastructure in Minnedosa, MB where we met with Minnedosa Mayor Pat Skatch. Manitoba Infrastructure and Emergency Measures staff continue to support local communities and monitor this developing situation. Please drive to the current road conditions.

Assessing water flow at the Rivers, MB dam near Lake Wahtopanah with my colleagues @reghelwer @Min_E_Clarke @LenIsleifson

Inspecting water damage at the Brandon Municipal Airport at the corner of Sandison Rd and Highway 10 with City of Brandon Mayor @RickChrest @LenIsleifson and @reghelwer

Touring Southwest Manitoba today with @reghelwer and @LenIsleifson to see the affected communities from the recent high water event. Below is the Highway 110 bypass just east of Brandon, MB.

Honoured to announce the construction of a new interchange at the intersection of St. Mary’s Rd and the South Perimeter. We are committed to improving safety and traffic flow along this important economic trade corridor. @JaniceMLPCSeine @smith4lag @jonreyes204 @AudreySouthdale

Our Government’s thoughts are with all those affected by the severe weather system that went through southwestern Manitoba yesterday. Manitoba Infrastructure and Emergency Measures staff are on site to support the communities and address infrastructure damaged by this storm.

Congratulations to all Springfield-Ritchot Class of 2020 Graduates! Wishing you all the best on your future endeavors!

I was thrilled to announce roundabout construction will begin this summer at the intersection of Garven Road and PR 206. Thank you @RMofSpringfield for your dedication to improve road safety in the community. Please click the link for more information news.gov.mb.ca/news/index.htm…

Summer construction is underway on Highway 75. This year, we’re investing more than $50 million to improve the highway between Winnipeg and the US border. Remember to slow down around construction workers! twitter.com/MBGovNews/stat…

Overlooking the Rat River on RD 44E with MLA @SmookDennis. Today we toured flooded areas in southeastern Manitoba. Manitoba Infrastructure continues to monitor the situation and is providing equipment and staff support. We are in contact with the RMs and here to help.