National Weather Service United States Department of Commerce

With dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills in the forecast Monday through Thursday, NOW is the time to prepare! Have in plan a place for the elderly and those who don’t have reliable access to warm shelter. Plan to bring animals in or prepare a shelter for them to stay warm. Make sure there is a way to get fresh unfrozen water. Check and protect pipes. Replace old and damaged insulation if needed.
Dangerous Cold and Winter Weather Ahead. Impacts Summary Through Friday. Monday, Hard freeze areas along and north of I-12. Wind chills 10-20F in the morning area wide. Tuesday, Snow and wintry mix expected. Hard freeze north of I-12. Wind chills 10-20F in the morning area wide. Hazardous travel due to snow/ice. Wednesday. Hard freeze most areas, wind chills 5-15F area wide in the morning. Snow will be slow to melt. Thursday. Hard freeze most areas. Wind chills 15-25F area wide in the morning. Lingering snow melts. Friday. Freeze for areas north of I-10. Warming trend begins by afternoon!
Winter Storm Planning Timeline. The day before. (we are here). Forecast accuracy continues to improve, so keep checking the latest. Adjust plans, Have multiple ways to receive Warnings, Bring pets indoors and ensure they have water .

 

 


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