Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for much of Southern Manitoba including the city of Winnipeg

Significant snow fall is expected in the western areas of the province beginning Monday morning and continuing until Wednesday. In Winnipeg and eastern parts of the province heavy snow is expected beginning Monday night.

Accumulations are expected to be in the 15-30 cm range with blowing snow and reduced visibility.

Wind chill is expected to be in the -30 to-35 range.

While some uncertainty remains in the exact timing of the heaviest snow and strongest winds, there is potential for sustained blizzard conditions over parts of the warned area.

Consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow. Prepare for quickly changing and deteriorating travel conditions. Visibility may be suddenly reduced at times in heavy snow.

Winter storm warnings are issued when multiple types of severe winter weather are expected to occur together.