Extreme Cold Warning issued February 7 at 12:07PM EST until February 8 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills
as low as 10 below. For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 25
to 35 mph with gusts of 50 to 60 mph.
* WHERE...Washington DC, and portions of central, northeast,
northern, and southern Maryland, and northern Virginia.
* WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM EST Sunday. For
the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. The cold wind chills could
result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and
hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these
temperatures.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind chills are expected to remain below zero
through late Sunday morning. Being outdoors for a prolonged period
of time will be life-threatening.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
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.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit your local county or city website for assistance
locating appropriate shelter from the cold.
Varoitus voimassa la klo 19:07 - su klo 17:00
