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Extreme Cold Warning issued January 20 at 9:11PM CST until January 22 at 9:00AM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA * WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 12. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills between 5 and 15 above expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Louisiana and southeast Texas. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 6 PM CST Tuesday. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 PM Tuesday to 9 AM CST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves. 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.

Winter Storm Warning issued January 20 at 3:09PM CST until January 21 at 9:00PM CST by NWS Lake Charles LA * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations up to 2 inches across the Lakes region of southeast Texas into central Louisiana, with 4 and 8 inches across much of southwest and south central Louisiana and southeast Texas. Ice accumulations up to one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Louisiana and southeast Texas. * WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 PM CST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.