Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 8 at 2:15PM EST until January 9 at 8:00AM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 11:15am
Expires:
January 9, 2025 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low
as 28 expected. For the Frost Advisory, temperatures as low as 34
will result in frost formation.
* WHERE...Coastal Hernando, Inland Hillsborough, Inland Pasco, and
Polk Counties.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 8 AM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with
prolonged exposure. Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation.
Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
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.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Area Description:
Polk; Coastal Hernando; Inland Pasco; Inland Hillsborough
Forcast Office:
NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL