Winnipeg was inundated during the 1950 Red River Flood and had to be partially evacuated. In that year, the Red River reached its highest level since 1861 and flooded most of the Red River Valley.
The 1950 Red River Flood had a profound impact on Winnipeg, forcing residents to temporarily leave their homes due to the extreme flooding. This event was particularly notable as it marked the highest Red River level since 1861, affecting the entire Red River Valley.