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Randolph County Office of Emergency Management and 911
Monday January 20th, 2025 :: 05:12 a.m. EST

Alert

Extreme Cold Warning until 08:00AM Thursday

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 26 below.

* WHERE...Northwest Pocahontas, Southeast Randolph, and Southeast Webster Counties.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM EST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

* AFFECTED AREAS: SOUTHEAST WEBSTER ... NORTHWEST POCAHONTAS ... SOUTHEAST RANDOLPH

Instructions:

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. 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. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on our Facebook and Twitter pages.

Address/Location
Randolph County Office of Emergency Management and 911
30 Randolph Ave
Elkins, WV 26241

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-636-0483

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Extreme Cold Warning

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