UPDATE: As of 4:30 a.m. Monday, Environment Canada has lifted the extreme cold warning for the Grande Prairie region.
An extreme cold warning has been issued for much of the Grande Prairie region.
Environment Canada says extremely cold wind chill values, dipping as low as -45 degrees Celcius, are expected Saturday night into Sunday morning.
The bitter wind is expected to stick around beyond Sunday and into Monday, but it’s expected to moderate as we get further into the week.
Temperatures that prompt extreme cold warnings elevate cold-related risks for young children and seniors. Those groups, along with those with chronic illness, or anyone working outside are urged to avoid being out for long periods if at all possible.
