For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
WHERE
In Connecticut, Northern Fairfield, Northern New Haven, Southern Fairfield, and Southern New Haven Counties. In New York, Northern Nassau, Northwest Suffolk, Southern Nassau, and Southwest Suffolk Counties.
WHEN
For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, until midnight EST tonight.
IMPACTS
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Recommendations
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. 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.
Sat 6:21 PM → Sun 12:00 AM EST
WHAT
For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 22 below. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.
WHERE
In Connecticut, Northern Fairfield, Northern New Haven, Southern Fairfield, and Southern New Haven Counties. In New York, Northern Nassau, Northwest Suffolk, Southern Nassau, and Southwest Suffolk Counties.
WHEN
For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 1 PM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, until midnight EST tonight.
IMPACTS
Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.
Recommendations
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. 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.
