Wind Chill Warning Issued for Wednesday and Thursday; Extreme Weather Safety Tips

From www.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=cle&wwa=all

Extremely dangerous wind chills expected Tuesday evening through Thursday afternoon. Wind chill warning in effect from 1am Wednesday to 4pm Thursday.

• Lows Tuesday night will drop well below zero and will likely remain below zero through Thursday morning.
• Wednesday HIGHS may remain below zero
• Winds of 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph Wednesday through Thursday
• Resulting wind chills values of 25 to 35 degrees below zero
• This will cause life threatening cold conditions.
• These temperatures can cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

Tips for extremely cold weather from www.weather.gov/bgm/outreachExtremeColdSafety

General Information

• Minimize travel.
• Stay indoors during the worst part of the extreme cold.
• Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle if you must travel.
• Check tire pressure, antifreeze levels, heater/defroster, etc.
• Learn how to shut off water valves for potential pipe bursts.
• Check on the elderly.
• Bring pets inside.

How Should I Dress?

• Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing, and a hat.
• Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves.
• Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold.
• Try to stay dry and out of the wind.

For more information visit https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather