# Severe weather and tornadoes in Canadian Prairies

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/severe-weather-and-tornadoes-in-canadian-prairies
> Updated: 2026-08-31T12:38:35.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

A low-pressure system moving through North America initially triggered severe weather threats across the United States and the Canadian Prairies. Forecasters identified a “triple point” in southern Manitoba, creating conditions conducive to tornadic activity, with risks extending into Saskatchewan.

Following these forecasts, multiple tornadoes were confirmed across Manitoba and Saskatchewan. In Manitoba, tornadoes were observed near Elkhorn and Kola, where significant storm damage was reported, including the destruction of farm buildings. In Saskatchewan, a tornado was confirmed near Maryfield, with further investigations into activity near Kelso. Environment Canada noted that Manitoba has experienced higher than average tornado activity this summer, with at least 11 confirmed tornadoes recorded.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-31: Tornadoes confirmed in Manitoba and Saskatchewan

Multiple tornadoes were confirmed in Manitoba and Saskatchewan this Sunday, causing storm damage in communities like Elkhorn and Kola as severe weather moved across the Canadian Prairies.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tornadoes-confirmed-in-manitoba-and-saskatchewan

### 2026-08-24: Severe storms and tornadic threats forecast for Manitoba and Northland

A low-pressure system is bringing severe thunderstorms and a tornadic threat to southern Manitoba and the Northland, with potential for heavy rain, hail, and strong winds through Tuesday.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/severe-storms-and-tornadic-threats-forecast-for-manitoba-and-northland

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