Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 18 at 2:25PM AKDT until March 20 at 1:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 18, 2026 - 3:25pm
Expires:
March 19, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 40 below expected.
* WHERE...Western Capes.
* WHEN...From 10 AM Thursday to 1 PM AKDT Friday.
* 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 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, 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.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Area Description:
Western Capes
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
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