Active AlertsRiverdale, NY

Winter Storm Watch

Issued at Fri 1:57 AM Jan. 23

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

Persons should consider delaying travel from Sunday into Monday. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

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Cold Weather Advisory

Issued at Fri 2:01 AM Jan. 23

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected.
Where: Portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York.
When: From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM EST Saturday.
Impacts: The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Recommended Action

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.

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