Search ongoing east of Winnipeg after weekend emergency call
RCMP say the search for two boys who slipped into fast-moving water at Nutimik Lake in Whiteshell Provincial Park is continuing, one day after police received a report of a possible drowning. The incident occurred Saturday afternoon at the popular park east of Winnipeg, and police confirmed Sunday that the effort remained active with assistance from the RCMP underwater recovery team.
Mounties said officers were called to the area on Saturday following reports involving two boys, aged 10 and 13. According to police, the pair fell into Nutimik Lake in conditions described as fast-moving water. As of Sunday, RCMP indicated the search had not yet concluded.
Underwater recovery team assisting
Police said the RCMP’s dedicated underwater recovery team is supporting the operation. That unit is typically called in to work alongside local detachments and other first responders during water-related searches, particularly when conditions or terrain complicate surface efforts. RCMP did not release additional details about the search area or techniques being used on Sunday, but confirmed specialized resources were engaged at Nutimik Lake.
Whiteshell Provincial Park regularly draws weekend visitors during the summer, including families and day-trippers from the Winnipeg region. Nutimik Lake, one of the best-known bodies of water within the park, features interconnected channels and shorelines that can see stronger currents at certain times of year. RCMP did not provide further information on the precise location within the lake where the boys entered the water.
What police have confirmed
- RCMP responded to a call on Saturday afternoon about a possible drowning at Whiteshell Provincial Park.
- The incident involved two boys, aged 10 and 13, who slipped into fast-moving water and fell into Nutimik Lake.
- The search continued Sunday, with the RCMP underwater recovery team assisting.
Timeline and location overview
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Initial call | Saturday afternoon (possible drowning reported) |
| Location | Nutimik Lake, Whiteshell Provincial Park (east of Winnipeg) |
| Individuals involved | Two boys, ages 10 and 13 |
| Status as of Sunday | Search ongoing; RCMP underwater recovery team assisting |
Access and public considerations
Police did not specify whether any areas around Nutimik Lake were being restricted on Sunday. Visitors to Whiteshell Provincial Park may encounter an increased emergency response presence near the lake as the search continues. Authorities generally ask the public to keep clear of active operations and to follow directions from first responders on the ground to avoid interfering with search activities.
RCMP said updates would be provided as new information becomes available. No additional details, including identities or further circumstances, were released on Sunday.
This report is based on information released by RCMP and published by The Canadian Press on July 19, 2026. InfoRadar will continue to monitor developments and provide updates as officials share more.
