Wichita, KS – A dangerous cold front is set to grip central and south-central Kansas, with wind chills plummeting as low as 25 degrees below zero. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning effective from midnight Monday through noon Thursday, with conditions worsening Tuesday evening for southeast Kansas.
According to the National Weather Service in Wichita, the impacted areas include major cities like Wichita, Salina, Hutchinson, and Great Bend, extending through Butler, Sedgwick, and Montgomery counties. The extreme cold poses a significant frostbite risk, with exposed skin susceptible within 30 minutes.
Residents are urged to take precautionary measures, including dressing in multiple layers, covering exposed skin, and avoiding prolonged outdoor exposure. Those with pets and livestock should ensure adequate shelter and warmth.
Travelers should prepare for potential delays and vehicle malfunctions due to the frigid temperatures. Local warming centers may be available for those in need of shelter.
The cold snap is expected to ease by Thursday afternoon, but temperatures will remain below average for much of the week. Stay updated with local forecasts and emergency alerts.
