Paducah, KY – The National Weather Service in Paducah warns residents across the Quad State region to brace for dangerously cold wind chills through Tuesday morning, with some areas seeing readings near or below zero.
According to the NWS, early Monday morning will bring the coldest conditions, with wind chills between -2°F and 10°F across western Kentucky, southern Illinois, southeast Missouri, and northwest Tennessee. The agency notes that temperatures will remain well below freezing into Tuesday before gradually moderating midweek.
Officials urge residents to wear extra layers, limit time outdoors, and check on elderly neighbors and pets. “Exposed skin can freeze in minutes under these temperatures,” forecasters warned.
The coldest air is expected along and north of the I-64 corridor, with frostbite risks highest during early morning hours. School districts and morning commuters are encouraged to plan for extreme cold at bus stops and parking lots.
Temperatures are forecast to rebound slightly by Wednesday afternoon, though the region will stay colder than normal through much of the week.
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