Extreme Cold Warning Issued
From
Delaware Water Gap
Sent
Mon, Jan 20 @ 2:43pm
Description
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 20 at 2:39PM EST until January 22 at 12:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below.
* WHERE...Carbon and Monroe Counties.
* WHEN...Until noon EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 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.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
This notification was posted by Delaware Water Gap. Delaware Water Gap is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
