WHAT
Very low wind chills in the single digits tonight as low as 10 degrees Wednesday night, with daytime temperatures remaining near or below freezing.
WHERE
Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, south central, southeast, southwest, and west central Mississippi.
WHEN
Until 9 AM CST Thursday.
IMPACTS
Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
This will be the coldest night and significantly colder than last night.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Extra precautions should be taken tonight to protect exposed and poorly insulated pipes from freezing.