Cold Weather Advisory issued December 14 at 5:06AM CST until December 15 at 7:00AM CST by NWS Birmingham AL
WHAT: Very cold wind chills as low as 6 degrees north to as low
as 15 degrees south early Monday morning.
WHERE: All of central Alabama.
WHEN: From 6 PM this evening to 7 AM CST Monday.
IMPACTS: Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of
subfreezing temperatures could cause pipes to burst.
+ Read More
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
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.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call
211 or visit 211connectsalabama.org for assistance locating
appropriate shelter from the cold.
To prevent freezing and possible bursting of pipes they should be
wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.