Yellow Cold Warning Issued for Chesterfield Inlet
Environment Canada has issued a yellow cold warning for Chesterfield Inlet, citing a period of very cold wind chills through Wednesday morning.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow cold warning for the region. This alert, classified with a moderate severity level, indicates that a period of very cold wind chills is expected to impact the area.
Affected Areas
The primary geographic region affected by this alert is Chesterfield Inlet.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to take precautions as risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, and those without proper shelter. Individuals working or exercising outdoors should also exercise caution.
Environment Canada encourages residents to continue monitoring local alerts and forecasts. To report severe weather, you can:
- Email: NUstorm@ec.gc.ca
- Call: 1-800-239-0484
- Post on X: Use the hashtag #NUStorm
Expected Conditions
The alert warns of a period of very cold wind chills. While specific temperature values were not provided in the initial bulletin, the conditions are expected to pose a risk to vulnerable populations.
Timeline
The warning became effective on March 11, 2026, at 1:23 AM and is currently set to expire at 12:26 PM on March 11, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice