Blizzard Warning Issued for Dempster Highway Through Thursday Morning

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a yellow blizzard warning for the Dempster Highway region. The alert was issued as a stationary trough of low pressure over the southern Yukon and a strengthening ridge over the northern Yukon combine to create hazardous conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically impacts the Dempster Highway region. Travelers in this area should expect significant disruptions.

What You Should Do

Travel will be hazardous due to near-zero visibility, and road closures are possible. Residents and travelers are advised to monitor ongoing alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. Severe weather reports can be sent via email to [email protected] or posted on X using the hashtag #YTStorm.

Expected Conditions

Blizzard conditions are expected, featuring snow and blowing snow. Strong winds reaching up to 70 km/h will produce near-zero visibility and very cold wind chill values.

Timeline

The warning is effective from Wednesday morning through Thursday morning. Winds are expected to gradually ease throughout the day on Thursday.