The National Weather Service issued an updated cold weather advisory on Tuesday at 2:13 a.m. that will remain in effect until Wednesday at 9 a.m. for the Klamath Basin, Siskiyou Mountains, Southern Oregon Cascades, Northern and Eastern Klamath County, Western Lake County, Central and Eastern Lake County, and South Central Oregon Cascades.
Extremely frigid temperatures. With the exception of the lower Klamath River Valley, where low temperatures of 13 to 20 degrees are anticipated, morning lows of 10 to minus 5 degrees will be typical. East of the Cascades, local temperatures are predicted to drop as low as 15 degrees below zero,” the weather service says. “Snow cover that lasts could reduce surface heat, whereas clear skies throughout the night would promote radiative cooling. Localized regions may experience temperature drops well below predicted levels under these circumstances.
The weather service further notes that “very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.” “Be careful when you’re outside. Put on gloves, a hat, and clothes that are acceptable. Pets should be kept indoors whenever feasible. Ensure that outside animals have access to food, unfrozen water, and a warm, dry place to live.
Understanding cold weather alerts
Warning of cold weather: Exercise caution. When seasonably cold air temperatures or wind chill values—but not exceptionally severe ones—are anticipated or happening, a cold weather advisory is issued. When you and your loved ones go outside, make sure you cover any exposed skin and wear suitable clothing.
Warning: Extreme cold: Act now! When dangerously low air temperatures or wind chill values are predicted or already occurring, an extreme cold warning is issued. Avoid venturing outside if there is an extreme cold warning in effect. Make sure at least one other person is aware of your whereabouts, wear layers if you must go outside, and cover any exposed skin. When you reach your destination safely, update them.
Be ready for extreme cold watch. When extremely low air temperatures or wind chill values are possible, an extreme cold watch is issued. As with a warning, change your plans so that you don’t spend the coldest hours of the day outside. Update your winter survival gear and make sure your car has at least half a tank of gas left.
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