Cold Weather Advisory
Cold Weather Advisory issued February 1 at 12:05PM EST until February 2 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Alert Description
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 15 below expected. * WHERE...In Virginia, Central Virginia Blue Ridge and Northern Virginia Blue Ridge, and Eastern Highland County. In West Virginia, Eastern Pendleton County. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
Safety Instructions
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 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.