Blizzard Warning Issued for Cambridge Bay; Near-Zero Visibility Expected
Environment Canada has issued a blizzard warning for Cambridge Bay, citing hazardous travel conditions and poor visibility due to snow and blowing snow.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow blizzard warning for the Cambridge Bay area. The alert indicates that blizzard conditions are currently occurring, characterized by poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic region affected by this alert is Cambridge Bay.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised that travel will be hazardous due to near-zero visibility. Environment Canada recommends that individuals continue to monitor alerts and forecasts. Severe weather can be reported via email at NUstorm@ec.gc.ca, by calling 1-800-239-0484, or by posting reports on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.
Expected Conditions
The region is experiencing blizzard conditions with poor visibility caused by a combination of snow and blowing snow. Visibility is expected to be near-zero in some areas, making travel dangerous. Conditions are forecast to gradually improve this afternoon as wind speeds weaken.
Timeline
The warning went into effect on February 28, 2026, at 9:33 AM. The alert is currently scheduled to remain in effect until 8:00 PM on February 28, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice