Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 9 at 3:42AM AKDT until March 9 at 10:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 9, 2026 - 4:42am
Expires:
March 9, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below.
* WHERE...Southern Kodiak Island.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM AKDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 20 minutes.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Cold temperatures and gusty winds of 25 to 45
mph have allowed wind chills to drop as low as 15 below zero.
Snow squalls will persist across the southern Kodiak coastline and
along Shelikof Strait through this morning. These snow squalls will
reduce visibilities under one mile at times in snow and blowing
snow. Snow accumulations will be minor.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Area Description:
Kodiak Island Southwest
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov