Prudhoe Bay, AK Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM AKST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills as low as 70 below.

* WHERE...Central Arctic Plains, Central Beaufort Sea Coast, Central
Brooks Range, Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast, and Romanzof Mountains.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM AKST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. Very cold temperatures and wind
chills can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

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