Active AlertsLone, VA

Winter Storm Warning

Issued at Fri 8:23 PM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Recommended Action
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Due to the cold, persons are urged to stay 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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Extreme Cold Warning

Issued at Fri 8:24 PM Jan. 30
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected.
Where: Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia, and southeast West Virginia.
When: From 1 PM Saturday to 1 PM EST Sunday.
Impacts: The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Recommended Action

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211 for assistance locating appropriate shelter from the cold.

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