Winter Storm Warning Issued for City of Lloydminster as Blizzard-Like Conditions Persist
Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for Lloydminster, forecasting up to 25 cm of snow and gusty winds causing near-zero visibility.
Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow winter storm warning for the City of Lloydminster. The alert remains in effect as hazardous, blizzard-like conditions continue to impact the region.
Affected Areas
The primary area under this warning is the City of Lloydminster. Reports from surrounding east-central Alberta indicate significant snowfall accumulations in the broader region.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to exercise extreme caution as visibility may be suddenly reduced to near zero. Road closures are possible due to blowing snow and hazardous driving conditions. Environment Canada encourages the public to monitor local forecasts. Severe weather can be reported via email at [email protected], by calling 1-800-239-0484, or by using the hashtag #ABStorm on X.
Expected Conditions
Total snowfall accumulations are expected to range between 15 and 25 cm, though local amounts near 40 cm have already been reported in parts of east-central Alberta. Gusty winds reaching up to 50 km/h are creating poor visibility in blowing snow.
Timeline
The winter storm conditions are expected to end this evening. The current alert is effective through 08:02 UTC on February 18, 2026.
Source: ECCC Official Notice