Residents in central and eastern North Carolina should brace themselves for a dramatic drop in temperatures tonight, as arctic air sets over the region, bringing severe cold weather into early Monday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Raleigh, overnight low temperatures are anticipated to plummet between 10 and 15 degrees, with single-digit wind chills making it seem significantly colder in many regions. The coldest temperatures are forecast from late tonight to sunrise Monday, when outdoor exposure may become perilous.
The temperature drop will affect Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Fayetteville, Rocky Mount, Goldsboro, Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and the nearby areas. Gusty winds increase the danger of frostbite on exposed skin and raise concerns about frozen pipes and ice spots…