Montgomery County has issued an Extreme Cold Alert for Thursday, January 15, from 3am until 3pm. Wind chills are expected to fall below 32°F, and residents are advised to dress in layers and take precautions if spending extended time outdoors.
An Extreme Cold Alert is issued when temperatures and/or wind chill values are expected to be at or below 32 degrees. Per Alert Montgomery, “There is always particular concern for children, seniors, homeless individuals and animals during periods of extreme cold.
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- Neighbors, friends or family members should check on the elderly, especially a senior living alone. Older people are particularly susceptible to hypothermia, even inside their homes and may need assistance.
- Children engaged in outdoor…