Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 18 at 2:08AM AKDT until March 20 at 1:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 18, 2026 - 3:08am
Expires:
March 18, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 45 below expected.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 1 PM AKDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures overnight and in the early
morning will see the lowest expected wind chills. Temperatures and
wind chills expected to improve during daytime hours, but return
to hazardous levels by nighttime and early morning hours. By
Friday afternoon, temperatures and wind chills will remain low,
but are not currently expected to return to dangerous levels.
Wind gusts to 40 mph will drive the wind chill threat and may also
lead to areas of blowing snow reducing visibility at times where
transportable snow on the ground remains.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Area Description:
Kuskokwim Delta Coast and Nunivak Island; Interior Kuskokwim Delta
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender: