Cleveland, OH – Northern Ohio is preparing for an extended period of dangerously cold temperatures starting Sunday night. Wind chills could drop to as low as -25 through Wednesday morning, posing significant health and infrastructure risks.
According to the National Weather Service in Cleveland, the extreme cold will affect areas across north-central, northeast, and northwest Ohio. Officials warn that frostbite could occur on exposed skin in under 30 minutes. Prolonged cold may also lead to frozen pipes, dead car batteries, and a heightened risk of fires due to improper heating methods.
Residents are urged to dress in layers, including hats and gloves, and limit time outdoors. Precautions like dripping faucets, insulating pipes, and avoiding indoor use of generators or grills can help prevent accidents.
Authorities recommend checking on vulnerable neighbors and ensuring pets have warm, dry shelters with unfrozen water. With sub-zero wind chills persisting into Wednesday night, preparation is vital.
For updates and detailed safety tips, monitor local weather forecasts and heed official warnings.
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