Extreme Cold Watch issued February 5 at 1:03PM EST until February 8 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY
WHAT: Dangerously cold wind chills of 20 below possible.
WHERE: Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey,
and southeast New York.
WHEN: From Saturday evening through early Sunday afternoon.
IMPACTS: The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed
skin in as little as 30 minutes.
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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.