Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 8 at 2:35AM CST until January 8 at 8:00AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 12:35am
Expires:
January 8, 2025 - 6:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills ranging as low as 22.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Louisiana and
southeast Texas.
* WHEN...Until 8 AM CST this morning.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures.
Instruction:
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Area Description:
Lafayette; Upper St. Martin; Lower St. Martin; West Cameron; East Cameron; Upper Vermilion; Upper Iberia; Upper St. Mary; Lower Vermilion; Lower Iberia; Lower St. Mary; Lower Jefferson
Forcast Office:
NWS Lake Charles LA