Headline:
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 8 at 2:56PM EST until January 9 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Cold Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 8, 2025 - 11:56am
Expires:
January 8, 2025 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 12 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast North Carolina and northeast South
Carolina.
* WHEN...From 4 AM to 9 AM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to
hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
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:
Robeson; Bladen; Columbus; Inland Pender; Coastal Pender; Inland New Hanover; Coastal New Hanover; Inland Brunswick; Coastal Brunswick; Marlboro; Dillon; Marion; Coastal Horry; Central Horry; Northern Horry
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC