Kansas City, MO – Residents in Kansas City and surrounding areas are facing dangerously cold conditions as a Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until noon Thursday, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).
The advisory warns of wind chills dropping as low as -25 degrees Fahrenheit, which can cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. The extreme cold affects portions of eastern Kansas and central, north-central, northeast, and west-central Missouri.
According to the NWS, overnight temperatures will hit a low of -7°F, with wind chill values ranging between -14°F and -19°F. Thursday’s high will reach just 13°F, with continued frigid conditions. Warmer temperatures are expected over the weekend, with highs rising to the upper 30s and 40s by Sunday.
Officials urge residents to dress warmly, limit time outside, and take precautions while traveling. More details can be found at www.weather.gov/eax.
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