Manitoba Hydro reported that roughly 1,500 homes in the River Heights neighbourhood of south Winnipeg remained without electricity on Tuesday following a violent storm that moved through the area on Sunday night. The utility said crews were on site working to repair extensive damage to power lines, poles and related equipment.
The storm, described as severe, tore through the community and caused widespread interruption to the electrical grid. Damage to overhead lines and supporting structures was reported as the primary reason for the prolonged outages. Manitoba Hydro teams began assessment and repair operations early Monday, but the scale of the destruction has kept many residents without power into the second day.
Hydro officials indicated that the repair effort involves replacing broken poles, re‑stringing downed conductors and restoring damaged transformers. Technicians are rotating shifts to expedite the work while ensuring safety standards are met. The utility has not released an estimated completion time, noting that restoration depends on the extent of the infrastructure damage and weather conditions.
Residents of River Heights have been advised to conserve any remaining power resources and to follow safety guidelines while power remains unavailable. The outage affects a significant portion of the neighbourhood, reflecting the storm’s impact on the area’s electrical network. Manitoba Hydro continues to provide updates as crews progress with the restoration work.