Extreme Cold Warning issued January 25 at 11:39AM CST until January 27 at 12:00PM CST by NWS New Orleans LA
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 11 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi.
* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to noon CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...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.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit getagameplan.org, msema.org for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the cold.
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