Active AlertsCasselman, MD

What: For the first Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 15 below. For the second Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 17 below expected.
Where: In Maryland, Eastern Garrett, Extreme Western Allegany, and Western Garrett Counties. In West Virginia, Western Mineral County.
When: For the first Cold Weather Advisory, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the second Cold Weather Advisory, from 7 PM this evening to 11 AM EST Saturday.
Impacts: The cold wind chills as low as 15 below zero could result in hypothermia and frostbite if precautions are not taken.
Additional Details: Additional Cold Weather Headlines are expected at times through the end of the week as the region remains in an Arctic airmass.

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.