Weather

WHAT
For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected.

WHERE
Portions of north central and northwest Illinois and east central and southeast Iowa.

WHEN
For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon CST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon today to noon CST Saturday.

IMPACTS
The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

WHAT
For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 25 below expected.

WHERE
Portions of north central and northwest Illinois and east central and southeast Iowa.

WHEN
For the Extreme Cold Warning, until noon CST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, from noon today to noon CST Saturday.

IMPACTS
The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 35 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.