Active AlertsMarkleton, PA

Extreme Cold Warning

Issued at Sat 4:32 AM Jan. 31
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: For the Extreme Cold Warnings, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 21 below expected.
Where: Somerset County.
When: For the first Extreme Cold Warning, until 11 AM EST this morning. For the second Extreme Cold Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: The cold wind chills as low as 21 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

Recommended Action

If possible, remain indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

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