ALERT: Time Extended for Cold Weather Advisory in Alabama
This week in Alabama, brace yourself for frigid temperatures and a hard freeze.
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Cold Weather Advisory. It will be in effect from Thursday at 7 p.m. until Friday at 10 a.m.
Residents can expect very cold wind chills between 0 and 15 degrees, with the lowest values in the north.
Cold Weather in Alabama
The Townsquare Media Coverage Areas Under the Advisory
Bibb
Fayette
Greene
Hale
Lamar
Perry
Pickens
Sumter
Tuscaloosa
Walker
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.
Safety Tips
- 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.
- To prevent pipes from freezing and bursting, they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.
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