Cold Weather Advisory 01/07/2025 12:30 for New Mexico areas

Headline: 
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 7 at 1:30PM MST until January 8 at 8:00AM MST by NWS Albuquerque NM
Event: 
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
January 7, 2025 - 12:30pm
Expires: 
January 7, 2025 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 0 to -2 below expected. * WHERE...Sandia and Manzano Mountains including Edgewood. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM MST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Blowing snow through Tijeras Canyon could also reduce visibility during the morning commute.
Instruction: 
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
Area Description: 
Sandia/Manzano Mountains Including Edgewood
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albuquerque NM