Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued March 10 at 3:32PM AKDT until March 11 at 11:00AM AKDT by NWS Anchorage AK
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 10, 2026 - 4:32pm
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 20 to 30 below expected.
* WHERE...Anchorage.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 11 AM AKDT Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero
could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Frostbite and hypothermia are likely if exposed to these
temperatures. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with
prolonged exposure.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest wind chills will occur during the
late night and early morning, with temperatures warming up after
9AM.
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.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit alaska211.org for assistance locating appropriate
shelter from the cold.
Area Description:
Anchorage
Forcast Office:
NWS Anchorage AK
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov