Uyarılar, Poplar Volunteer Fire Department

Cold Weather Advisory issued February 16 at 3:15AM MST until February 16 at 2:00PM MST by NWS Glasgow MT * WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 40 below. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 55 below possible. * WHERE...Most of northeast Montana. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 2 PM MST this afternoon. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from this evening through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 55 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 5 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.