Louisville, Kentucky – Dangerously cold temperatures and severe wind chills are impacting much of central Kentucky and southern Indiana this morning under an active Extreme Cold Warning.
According to the National Weather Service in Louisville, wind chills have dropped into the negative teens, creating potentially life-threatening conditions for anyone exposed to the cold for extended periods. The Extreme Cold Warning remains in effect through 11 a.m. EST Tuesday, with the coldest conditions occurring during the early morning hours.
Forecast data from the National Weather Service shows actual temperatures near or below zero across several communities, while wind chills make it feel significantly colder. Cities including Louisville, Lexington, Elizabethtown, Frankfort, and nearby southern Indiana locations are all experiencing hazardous cold.
Travel corridors such as Interstate 65, Interstate 64, Interstate 71, Interstate 75, and Interstate 265 may see increased risk for motorists as exposed conditions intensify the cold. While snowfall is not the primary concern, the extreme cold can affect vehicles, reduce battery performance, and pose dangers during breakdowns or prolonged outdoor exposure.
Officials urge residents to limit time outdoors, dress in multiple layers, and cover exposed skin to reduce the risk of frostbite and hypothermia. The National Weather Service also encourages residents to check on elderly neighbors, ensure pets are kept indoors, and assist anyone who may still be without reliable heat or power.
Minimum temperatures are expected to remain well below normal through midweek, with some overnight lows continuing below zero in outlying areas. Wind chills will slowly improve later today but remain cold enough to require caution.
Students, early-shift workers, and commuters traveling before sunrise may face the most severe conditions, especially along open roadways and elevated highways.
The National Weather Service advises closely monitoring updates as dangerous cold continues to affect the region.
