Pittsburgh, PA – Residents across Pittsburgh and much of western Pennsylvania are being urged to prepare for an extended stretch of bitter cold, as temperatures remain well below freezing through early next week, increasing the risk of burst pipes and other cold-related hazards.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, daytime high temperatures Tuesday through Monday are expected to stay mostly in the teens and low 20s, with only a brief midweek warmup into the upper 30s and low 40s on Wednesday. Another sharp drop follows, with highs falling back into the teens and low 20s by Friday and through the weekend.
The prolonged cold has already led to reports of frozen and burst pipes across the region. Weather officials are urging residents to winterize their homes immediately, especially older homes and properties with exposed plumbing.
The National Weather Service recommends allowing faucets to drip slowly during bitter cold, opening kitchen and bathroom cabinets to allow warmer air to circulate around pipes, and knowing how to shut off the main water supply in case a pipe ruptures. Officials also stress never using stoves, ovens, or grills to heat homes due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning and fire.
Space heaters should be placed on level, hard surfaces at least three feet away from anything flammable and should never be left unattended. Carbon monoxide detectors should be installed and checked to ensure they are working properly.
Forecasters say the cold pattern is expected to persist into early next week, making continued precautions necessary even after the brief midweek temperature rebound.
Residents are encouraged to check on elderly neighbors, protect pets from the cold, and stay informed with the latest forecasts and safety updates.
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