Quite a bit of 30s and 40s on the map of morning lows from earlier. Our latest 5-day forecast shows the chilly temps sticking around for the first half of the weekend, followed by a brief warm-up Sunday into Monday, before temperatures come crashing down further by Tuesday next week in the wake of a strong cold frontal passage Monday night.
Now is the perfect time to brush up on the 5 P’s of cold weather safety – Protect people, pets, plants, pipes & practice fire safety.
Protect people: Remember to dress in layers and wear a hat and gloves. It is important to try to stay out of the wind and to stay dry. Also, remember to check on young children and the elderly who are the most sensitive to cold weather.
Protect pets: If cold weather is in the forecast, be sure to bring outdoor pets inside or give them a warm shelter to stay in.
Protect plants: Cover cold-sensitive plants to protect them from the dangerous temperatures.
Protect pipes: Cover pipes and allow outdoor faucets to slowly drip to prevent from freezing and breaking.
Practice fire safety: Use safe heating sources indoors. Do not use fuel-burning devices such as grills; they release carbon monoxide, which is a deadly gas. Also, make sure to use space heaters according to their instructions and be attentive to open flames.
Stay warm!
NOTE: Weather conditions are subject to change quickly.
