Blizzard Warning Issued for Kugaaruk by Environment Canada
Environment Canada has issued a blizzard warning for Kugaaruk, effective immediately as of February 21, 2026.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a blizzard warning for the Kugaaruk region. This alert, designated as a “yellow warning,” was issued on February 21, 2026, and represents a change in the previous weather status for the area.
Affected Areas
According to the bulletin, the following geographic region is affected:
- Kugaaruk
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected area are advised to monitor official updates from Environment Canada. Immediate attention to local weather conditions is recommended as the alert is currently active.
Expected Conditions
The primary hazard identified in this alert is blizzard conditions. No specific numerical values for wind speed, snow accumulation, or visibility were provided in the source data.
Timeline
The alert was issued and became effective at 9:10 AM UTC on February 21, 2026. The bulletin indicates the warning is currently in effect.
Source: ECCC Official Notice
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