Winnipeggers use bus shelters to stay warm in cold weather

Amid an extreme cold snap in Winnipeg, temperatures plunged to –28 C, feeling like –40 with wind chill, prompting concerns for those without adequate shelter. Many residents, like Mitchell Peters, rely on bus shelters for warmth due to overcrowded city shelters, while outreach groups like the Bear Clan Patrol provide blankets and clothing to vulnerable individuals. Timothy Day highlighted the need for more warm spaces, emphasizing the harsh conditions faced by the unhoused. Community members are urged to stay indoors and wear proper winter clothing to protect against frostbite and hypothermia.