Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 5 at 3:31AM CST until January 6 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 5, 2025 - 1:31am
Expires:
January 5, 2025 - 2:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills
between 17 and 20 degrees expected. For the Freeze Warning,
sub-freezing temperatures between 28 and 30 degrees expected.
* WHERE...In Louisiana, Evangeline and Allen Parishes. In Texas,
Hardin, Southern Jasper, and Southern Newton Counties.
* WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from midnight tonight to 10
AM CST Monday. For the Freeze Warning, from 3 AM to 10 AM CST
Monday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. Frost and freeze conditions
could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage
unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Area Description:
Allen; Evangeline; Hardin; Southern Jasper; Southern Newton
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA