Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 7 at 1:42AM AKST until March 9 at 1:00PM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 7, 2026 - 2:42am
Expires:
March 7, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills from 20 below to 40 below.
* WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta, and Western Capes.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM AKDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 40 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these
temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with
prolonged exposure.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Cold northerly flow and enhanced wind gusts
will lead to a period of frigid wind chills over the weekend
through Monday morning. Winds expected to be relatively stronger
along the coast, but temperatures will be lower inland near
Bethel. Expect coldest temperatures overnight, increasing during
daytime hours, and returning to frigid conditions overnight. By
Monday afternoon, a slight warming trend and decrease in wind
speeds will occur, raising wind chills closer to 10 below.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
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; Western Capes
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov