On March 4, 2026, Environment Canada issued a blizzard warning for Igloolik, Nunavut, as the community faces dangerous cold and wind. Powerful northwest winds are gusting up to 80 km/h, which is creating blowing snow and making it nearly impossible to see while outside.
The combination of wind and cold has pushed the wind chill down to minus 55 C. At these temperatures, frostbite can happen almost instantly on any skin that is not covered. Residents should stay home and put off any travel that is not an emergency.
Visibility is expected to stay near zero for the rest of the day and through the night. Residents should keep an eye on updates from the local hamlet office or the airport for any changes to local services or travel.
The storm is expected to clear up early Thursday morning on March 5, 2026. Until the weather improves, people are encouraged to stay sheltered and check on their neighbours to ensure everyone is safe during the extreme cold.
