The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: Cold Weather Advisory
Where: NYC
When: 1:00 AM to 10:00 AM on 1/29.
Hazards: Very cold wind chills expected, with wind chill temperatures potentially reaching as low as 10 degrees below. The cold wind chills will cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes on exposed skin.
Preparedness Actions:
- If you must go outside, dress appropriately, dress in layers, keep exposed skin covered, and wear a hat and gloves.
- Check on neighbors, friends, and relatives, especially older adults, those with disabilities, and individuals with access and functional needs.
- Older adults, infants, people with chronic cardiovascular or lung conditions, people using alcohol or drugs & people with cognitive disabilities (like dementia, serious mental illness or developmental disability) are at increased risk.
- Health problems resulting from prolonged exposure to cold include hypothermia, frostbite, and exacerbation of chronic heart and lung conditions. If you suspect a person is suffering from frostbite or hypothermia, call 9-1-1 to get medical help.
- If you lose power and have a disability or access needs, or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, please dial 9-1-1.
- If you do not have heat or hot water, place space heaters at least 3 feet from anything that can catch fire and never use a stove, oven or grill to heat your home.
- Call 311 to request assistance for a homeless person.
From October 1 to May 31, NYC building owners must keep indoor temperatures at least 68°F during the day (6 AM - 10 PM) if it's below 55°F outside, and at least 62°F overnight (10 PM - 6 AM), no matter the outside temperature. Call 311 to report suspected indoor temperature violations, or if you own your home and need help with heating bills.
For weather information, please visit www.weather.gov/okx
