Chief David Monias of the Pimicikamak Cree Nation has declared a state of emergency due to a severe power outage that forced evacuations as temperatures dropped below -30 C. The outage stemmed from a snapped power line crossing the Nelson River, with repairs expected to take until Thursday, involving helicopter transport of materials. Monias expressed frustration with Manitoba Hydro’s response, highlighting the community’s urgent need for heat, water, and food amid dangerous winter conditions. Residents have been evacuated to warmer locations, while local leaders call for immediate government support to address the crisis.
