Extreme Cold Warning issued January 27 at 12:19AM EST until January 27 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
as low as 27 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind
chills as low as 21 below expected.
* WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Ohio
and northwest Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning.
For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST
Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero could cause
frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Frostbite
and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these
temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could
cause ruptured water pipes.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Varoitus voimassa ti klo 7:19 - ti klo 18:00