Cleveland, OH – Residents across northeast Ohio are preparing for dangerously cold conditions as an Extreme Cold Warning takes effect tonight. Temperatures will plummet to -10°F, with wind chills reaching as low as -30°F, posing a serious risk for frostbite and hypothermia.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Cleveland, the warning begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday and lasts until 10 a.m. Wednesday. The coldest period is expected overnight, with exposed skin potentially freezing in as little as 15 minutes. A Cold Weather Advisory remains in place until 7 p.m. Tuesday for conditions slightly less severe.
Residents are advised to limit outdoor exposure, wear multiple layers, and ensure pets are brought indoors. Frozen pipes are also a concern; running water at a trickle and insulating pipes can help prevent costly damage.
Five-Day Forecast
• Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, low of -8°F, wind chills as low as -23°F.
• Wednesday: High of 15°F with increasing clouds, wind chills between -10°F and -20°F.
• Thursday: Slight chance of snow, high of 26°F.
• Friday: Partly sunny, high near 24°F.
• Saturday: Snow possible, high near 32°F.
NWS emphasizes that prolonged exposure during these conditions can be life-threatening. Community warming centers are open; check with local authorities for locations.
Stay informed by monitoring weather updates and preparing now for extreme cold through Wednesday morning.
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