Yellow Storm Surge Warning for Herschel Island, Yukon (Sep 18, 2026)
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A yellow warning for storm surge is in effect for the coastline of Yukon including Herschel Island, with potential moderate flooding during high tides this weekend.
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- Record type
- Storm Surge Warning
- Affected area
- Yukon Coast
- Issued
- September 18, 2026
- Issuing authority
- ECCC
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Alert Details
Environment Canada has issued a yellow warning for storm surge. The alert is effective from 2026-09-18T12:33:39-00:00 and expires 2026-09-19T04:33:39-00:00.
Affected Areas
Coastline of Yukon including Herschel Island.
What You Should Do
Residents should continue to monitor alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. Report severe weather by emailing YTstorm@ec.gc.ca or posting on social media using #YTStorm. High water levels may damage coastal infrastructure and boats beached or anchored along the shoreline.
Expected Conditions
A multi-day storm surge event is possible, with potential for moderate flooding during high tide. The highest water levels may reach up to 20 cm above highest astronomical tide.
Timeline
High water levels are possible Saturday morning, with similar levels possible Sunday morning and Monday morning. Water levels are expected to recede Monday night.
Original source: ECCC Official Notice ↗
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