Extreme Cold and Near-Blizzard Conditions Forecast for Baker Lake

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a yellow cold warning for the Baker Lake region. The alert, issued by the national weather agency, remains in effect as a prolonged period of dangerously low wind chills and blowing snow impacts the area.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic region affected by this alert is Baker Lake.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised that extreme cold puts everyone at risk. Environment Canada recommends monitoring for cold-related symptoms, including:

• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Muscle pain and weakness
• Numbness and color change in fingers and toes

To report severe weather, residents can email [email protected], call 1-800-239-0484, or post reports on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.

Expected Conditions

A prolonged period of very cold wind chills is forecast for the region. Wind chill values are expected to reach near -55. In addition to the extreme cold, blowing snow is expected to create near-blizzard conditions at times, significantly reducing visibility.

Timeline

The warning is currently in effect and is expected to last through Monday morning, March 9, 2026. Conditions are forecast to moderate by Monday afternoon.