Orange Wind Warning Issued for Grise Fiord: Severe Gusts up to 130 km/h Expected
Environment Canada has issued an orange wind warning for Grise Fiord, forecasting damaging gusts up to 130 km/h and significant service disruptions through Saturday.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued an orange wind warning for the Grise Fiord area. This alert is currently in effect and indicates an immediate threat from severe wind conditions.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Grise Fiord.
What You Should Do
Residents are urged to monitor local alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. To report severe weather incidents, you can email NUstorm@ec.gc.ca, call 1-800-239-0484, or share reports on X using the hashtag #NUStorm. Residents should prepare for significant property damage and disruptions to travel and essential services.
Expected Conditions
The region is facing strong winds with severe and damaging gusts. Peak wind speeds are forecast to reach up to 130 km/h at times. These conditions are expected to result in significant property damage and widespread disruptions to travel and services.
Timeline
The warning is effective immediately. The most intense wind activity is expected this evening, with conditions forecast to diminish throughout the day on Saturday. The current alert window is set to expire at 18:57 UTC on February 28, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice