Extreme Cold Warning Updated
From
North East (Township)
Sent
Wed, Jan 22 @ 4:43am
Description
Extreme Cold Warning issued January 22 at 4:33AM EST until January 22 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Cleveland OH
* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 26 below.
* WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and northwest Ohio
and northwest Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills as low as 26 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Low temperatures this morning will range from
5 to 15 below zero. Wind chill values will be between 20 and 26
below zero, with localized colder wind chills.
Lingering cold with sub zero wind chills could continue through
tonight.
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 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 North East (Township). North East (Township) 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.
