NWS: Aim to prevent frozen pipes, fingers

The National Weather Service (NWS) has renewed its warning about the Arctic blast poised to grip the region this coming weekend, and added a new development: the possibility of a major storm on Monday night, Feb. 15.

The most dangerous cold weather is expected on Saturday, Feb. 13, and Sunday, Feb. 14. Temperatures will be dropping during the daytime on Saturday with wind gusts of 40 to 45 mph. The high on Saturday may not reach 20.

Low temperatures on Saturday night will range from minus-12 in the Poconos to around 8 in the Philadelphia suburbs. Wind chills will be even colder, ranging from minus-30 in the Poconos to minus-10 in the suburbs, a NWS briefing said.

A winter storm system may affect the region starting Monday night, Feb. 15, and continuing into Tuesday, Feb. 16, and Tuesday night. Significant amounts of snow are possible, as well as a threat of significant icing due to freezing rain, according to the NWS.

Emergency officials are warning residents that this weekend’s frigid wind chills can be dangerous to people and pets. Property damage due to frozen water pipes is also likely so homeowners are urged to take precautions.

The NWS urges people not to venture out without gloves, a hat, and several layers of clothing to avoid the risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Make sure your home and vehicle has plenty of fuel, and run water at a trickle and keep cabinet doors open to keep pipes from freezing, especially exposed pipes and those along exterior walls. Never use an open flame to melt frozen pipes; many house fires have resulted from that scenario.

Before traveling by car, check tire pressure and the battery and make sure the vehicle has a winter safety kit that includes items such as a blanket, food, and extra clothing in case the vehicle breaks down.

 

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