Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 20 at 4:37AM AKDT until March 20 at 1:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 20, 2026 - 5:37am
Expires:
March 20, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below have been observed.
* WHERE...Western Capes.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 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 early this morning will see the
lowest expected wind chills. By this afternoon, wind chills will
warm above hazardous levels. Wind gusts to 40 mph may cause
blowing snow where transportable snow on the ground remains.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Area Description:
Western Capes
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender: