12/20/2022
Be prepared, it's gonna be Cold! ,
๐ฅถ It's going to be COLD this week!
๐ With the National Weather Service advising extremely cold temperatures and windy conditions for Escambia County, residents are encouraged to exercise caution and utilize cold weather safety tips beginning Monday, Dec. 19, through the Christmas weekend. Extremely cold conditions are expected beginning Thursday, Dec. 22, and last through the Christmas holiday weekend. Very windy conditions are also likely over land and marine areas. Wind chill values in the teens and twenties are possible Thursday night through Saturday night.
๐ข Remember the Five Ps of Cold Weather Safety:
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Protect People: Remember to dress in layers and wear a hat and gloves. It is important to try to stay out of the wind and to stay dry. Also, remember to check on young children and elderly family and neighbors who are the most sensitive to cold weather. If the temperature cannot be maintained at a home, make temporary arrangements to stay elsewhere, including with friends and family.
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Protect Pets: If cold weather is in the forecast, be sure to bring outdoor pets inside or give them a warm shelter to stay in.
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Protect Plants: Cover cold-sensitive plants to protect them from dangerous temperatures.
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Protect Pipes: Cover pipes and allow outdoor faucets to slowly drip to prevent freezing and breaking.
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Practice Fire Safety: Use safe heating sources indoors. Do not use fuel-burning devices such as grills; they release carbon monoxide, which is a deadly gas. Also, make sure to use space heaters according to their instructions and be attentive to open flames.
US National Weather Service Mobile Alabama