Extreme Cold Warning issued January 24 at 1:04AM EST until January 24 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 35 below zero
expected North Country, especially across the higher terrain of
the Tug Hill region.
* WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties.
* WHEN...Until 1 PM EST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below
zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10
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.
This is a potentially dangerous situation to be outdoors. If you
must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can
occur in 15 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 25 below
zero or colder.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes
they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those
that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover
above-ground pipes to protect them from freezing.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Varoitus voimassa la klo 8:04 - la klo 20:00
