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Fog advisories renewed for Grise Fiord and Resolute, with near-zero visibility possible into week

In brief

Environment Canada issued Yellow fog advisories for Grise Fiord and Resolute on Sunday, Aug. 23. The agency says visibility may be near zero at times and widespread poor visibility is possible into the coming week; people should adjust travel plans and monitor updated forecasts.

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What happened

Environment Canada’s current alert records list Yellow Advisories for fog in both Grise Fiord and Resolute, issued at 2:07 p.m. MDT on Aug. 23. The alerts carry a moderate impact level and high forecast confidence. Sourceweather.gc.ca Sourceweather.gc.ca

Why it matters

Near-zero visibility can disrupt local travel and aviation operations. Environment Canada does not give a precise expiry time in either alert, instead saying fog is expected to remain into the coming week.

What happens next

Residents and travellers should check the latest local alert before travelling. The advisories remain active until Environment Canada changes or lifts them.

Important details

This is an active weather advisory, not a forecast of a specific service cancellation. It updates and expands on Atiilu’s Aug. 14 Grise Fiord fog-advisory coverage by including Resolute and extending the expected duration into the coming week.

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