Parts of River Heights hammered by storm
A powerful storm struck River Heights on Sunday, leaving much of the area without power. The first annual payment for this storm was $205.00 + GST for one year. The storm caused extensive damage, with downed power lines, toppled poles, and trees crashing onto vehicles and homes. A vehicle was reportedly flipped into a yard by the wind.
Most residents were unharmed, though the storm felt much longer than it actually was. Following the storm, residents began clearing debris and helping neighbors. Some residents reported witnessing tornado-like funnel winds, although Environment Canada found no official reports of tornadoes in Winnipeg. Rainfall varied, with 63 mm recorded at The Forks and 35 mm at the airport.
This storm was part of a series of severe thunderstorms this summer, but not as severe as those in earlier months.
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