Active AlertsNorth St. Louis

What: Very cold wind chills as low as 34 below zero expected.
Where: Koochiching, Central and North St. Louis, North Cook and Lake Counties. This includes the Tribal Lands of the Bois Forte Band, Lake Vermilion and, Nett Lake areas. Other locations including Voyageurs National Park. The entire Boundary Waters is also included.
When: From midnight tonight to 10 AM CST Thursday.
Impacts: The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 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.

Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Pay particular attention to people celebrating the New Year outdoors and ensure everyone makes it back indoors safely, including anyone traveling home after festivities.