* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills of 15 below possible.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast New Jersey and southeast New York.
* WHEN...From Saturday evening through early Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.
* AFFECTED AREAS: HUDSON ... WESTERN ESSEX ... EASTERN ESSEX ... WESTERN UNION ... EASTERN UNION ... NEW YORK (MANHATTAN) ... BRONX ... RICHMOND (STATEN IS.) ... KINGS (BROOKLYN) ... NORTHWEST SUFFOLK ... NORTHEAST SUFFOLK ... SOUTHWEST SUFFOLK ... SOUTHEAST SUFFOLK ... NORTHERN QUEENS ... NORTHERN NASSAU ... SOUTHERN QUEENS ... SOUTHERN NASSAU
Instructions:
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-ground pipes to protect them from freezing. 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. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
