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Cold Weather Advisory
Issued: 10:08 AM Mar. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM THURSDAY TO 1 PM AKDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 45 below expected. * WHERE...Kuskokwim Delta. * WHEN...From 4 AM Thursday to 1 PM AKDT Friday. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures overnight and in the early morning will see the lowest expected wind chills. Temperatures and wind chills expected to improve during daytime hours, but return to hazardous levels by nighttime and early morning hours. By Friday afternoon, temperatures and wind chills will remain low, but are not currently expected to return to dangerous levels. Wind gusts to 40 mph will drive the wind chill threat and may also lead to areas of blowing snow reducing visibility at times where transportable snow on the ground remains. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. &&
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