An updated extreme cold watch was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 7:18 p.m. valid from Monday 7 p.m. until Tuesday 1 p.m. for Northern Erie and Southern Erie as well as Crawford County.
The weather service adds, “Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 24 degrees below zero possible.”
“The cold wind chills as low as 24 degrees below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes,” explains the weather service. “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.”
Understanding cold weather alerts
Extreme cold watch: Be Prepared. An extreme cold watch is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are possible. As with a warning, adjust your plans to avoid being outside during the coldest parts of the day. Make sure your car has at least half a tank of gas, and update your winter survival kit…