Extreme Cold Warning Issued for Resolute

Alert Details

Environment Canada has issued a yellow cold warning for the Resolute area. This immediate alert was issued by the agency due to extreme wind chill conditions that pose a significant health risk.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning is specifically focused on Resolute.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to take the following precautions:

• Monitor Health: Watch for cold-related symptoms such as shortness of breath, chest pain, muscle pain and weakness, numbness, and color changes in fingers and toes.
• Protect Vulnerable Populations: Risks are significantly greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, those working or exercising outdoors, and individuals without proper shelter.
• Report Severe Weather: Severe weather reports can be sent via email to [email protected], by calling 1-800-239-0484, or by posting on X using the hashtag #NUStorm.
• Stay Informed: Continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.

Expected Conditions

Extreme cold conditions are present in the region. Wind chill values are expected to remain near or below minus 55. Such extreme values put the entire population at risk of cold-related injuries.

Timeline

The alert is effective immediately as of February 23, 2026. These hazardous conditions are expected to persist through Monday night, with the current alert window set to expire at 19:16:15 UTC on February 23.