Blizzard Warning Issued for Kimmirut and Iqaluit as Low-Pressure System Approaches
Environment Canada has issued a blizzard warning for Kimmirut and Iqaluit, effective Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening, with wind gusts up to 80 km/h and near-zero visibility.
Alert Details
Environment Canada (ECCC) has issued a yellow blizzard warning for parts of Nunavut. The alert is triggered by a low-pressure system approaching the southern Davis Strait, which is expected to produce blizzard conditions characterized by poor visibility in snow and blowing snow.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following locations:
- Kimmirut
- Iqaluit
What You Should Do
Travel is expected to be hazardous due to near-zero visibility. Environment Canada advises residents to continue monitoring alerts and local forecasts. To report severe weather, you can email NUstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Total accumulations of 5 to 10 cm are expected.
- Wind: Maximum wind gusts are forecasted to reach 80 km/h.
- Visibility: Near-zero visibility is expected due to blowing snow.
Timeline
The overall alert is in effect from Tuesday evening until Wednesday evening.
- Kimmirut: Blizzard conditions are anticipated to start Tuesday evening and persist until Wednesday morning or early afternoon.
- Iqaluit: The onset of blizzard conditions is expected Wednesday morning as winds shift to the northwest, continuing through Wednesday evening.
Source: ECCC Official Notice