Severe Cold Warning Issued for Taloyoak with Wind Chills Reaching Minus 60
Environment Canada has issued an orange cold warning for Taloyoak, with temperatures expected to remain near or below minus 40 degrees Celsius and dangerous wind chills through Thursday.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued an orange cold warning for the Taloyoak region. This severe weather alert indicates a long period of extreme cold is currently in effect, requiring immediate attention from local residents.
Affected Areas
This alert is specifically directed at the geographic region of Taloyoak.
What You Should Do
Extreme cold poses a significant risk to all individuals. Residents are advised to take the following precautions:
- Monitor for cold-related symptoms, including shortness of breath, chest pain, muscle pain, weakness, and numbness or color changes in fingers and toes.
- Pay special attention to vulnerable populations, including young children, older adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, and those without proper shelter.
- Exercise caution if working or exercising outdoors.
- Continue to monitor updates from Environment Canada. Severe weather can be reported via email at [email protected], by phone at 1-800-239-0484, or on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.
Expected Conditions
Temperatures are forecast to remain near or below minus 40 degrees Celsius. Wind chill values are expected to reach between minus 55 and minus 60, though some moderation may occur periodically.
Timeline
The alert is effective immediately as of February 18, 2026. These extreme cold conditions are expected to persist until Thursday. The current alert window is scheduled to expire at 01:18:59 on February 19, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice