• Be Aware
    • Hazards
      • Earthquake
      • Extreme Cold
      • Extreme Heat
      • Household Fire Dangers
      • Flooding
        • Turn Around – Don’t Drown
      • Hazardous Spills
      • High Winds
      • Ice Storm
      • Lightning
      • Power Outages
        • Generator Safety
        • Carbon Monoxide Dangers
      • Severe Storms & Thunderstorms
      • Tornado
    • Radio Lexington
    • Get Involved
      • CERT
    • CSEPP
      • History of CSEPP
      • CSEPP in Kentucky
      • Blue Grass Army Depot
      • Chemical Agent Disposal
      • CSEPP in Fayette County
      • Zones
    • Get the BeReady Phone App
    • NOAA Weather Radio
    • Outdoor Warning Sirens
      • Siren FAQ
    • How to Be Prepared for Emergencies – American Sign Language
  • Make a Plan
    • Planning for AFN/Disability Groups
    • Equine Preparedness Plans
    • Farm Preparedness
    • Pet Preparedness Plans
    • Senior Preparedness Plans
    • Hazard Mitigation Plan
    • Shelter in Place Plans
    • Special Events-How to get a permit
    • Travel Plans
    • Utility Shutoff Plans
    • Ready Kat
  • Build a Kit
    • Your financial emergency kit
    • Vehicle Emergency Kits
    • Emergency Kits
    • Home Emergency Kits
    • Pet Emergency Kits
  • About Us
    • What We Do
    • Who We Are
    • Forms
    • Newsletters
    • Emergency Operations Center
    • Contact Us
    • Training
    • Library
  • en English
    en Englishes Spanishar Arabicfr Frenchhi Hindija Japanesekm Khmerko Koreanne Nepalipt Portugueseru Russiansw Swahili
en English
en Englishes Spanishar Arabicfr Frenchhi Hindija Japanesekm Khmerko Koreanne Nepalipt Portugueseru Russiansw Swahili
Be Ready Lexington
  • Be Aware
    • Hazards
      • Earthquake
      • Extreme Cold
      • Extreme Heat
      • Household Fire Dangers
      • Flooding
        • Turn Around – Don’t Drown
      • Hazardous Spills
      • High Winds
      • Ice Storm
      • Lightning
      • Power Outages
        • Generator Safety
        • Carbon Monoxide Dangers
      • Severe Storms & Thunderstorms
      • Tornado
    • Radio Lexington
    • Get Involved
      • CERT
    • CSEPP
      • History of CSEPP
      • CSEPP in Kentucky
      • Blue Grass Army Depot
      • Chemical Agent Disposal
      • CSEPP in Fayette County
      • Zones
    • Get the BeReady Phone App
    • NOAA Weather Radio
    • Outdoor Warning Sirens
      • Siren FAQ
    • How to Be Prepared for Emergencies – American Sign Language
  • Make a Plan
    • Planning for AFN/Disability Groups
    • Equine Preparedness Plans
    • Farm Preparedness
    • Pet Preparedness Plans
    • Senior Preparedness Plans
    • Hazard Mitigation Plan
    • Shelter in Place Plans
    • Special Events-How to get a permit
    • Travel Plans
    • Utility Shutoff Plans
    • Ready Kat
  • Build a Kit
    • Your financial emergency kit
    • Vehicle Emergency Kits
    • Emergency Kits
    • Home Emergency Kits
    • Pet Emergency Kits
  • About Us
    • What We Do
    • Who We Are
    • Forms
    • Newsletters
    • Emergency Operations Center
    • Contact Us
    • Training
    • Library
  • Facebook

  • Twitter

  • YouTube

  • RSS

News Release

Wind chill advisory issued for Lexington, central Kentucky

Wind chill advisory issued for Lexington, central Kentucky
DEM Blogger
January 6, 2014

A wind chill watch has been issued by the National Weather Service in Louisville. While an advisory/warning has not be issued yet, a watch means that dangerous wind chill values are possible in the next 24 to 48 hours.

Follow these safety tips when the wind chill or temperature drops below zero:

A wind chill advisory is issued when the expected wind chill will range between -10 and -24 degrees Fahrenheit and the wind speed is at or above 10 mph.

A wind chill warning is issued when wind chill values are forecast to fall to less than -25 degrees Fahrenheit…with a wind speed of 10 mph or more.

Wear several layers of loose-fitting…lightweight…warm clothing. Trapped air between the layers will insulate you. Remove layers to avoid sweating and subsequent chill. Outer garments should be tightly woven…water repellent…and hooded.

Stay dry. Even articles of clothing that are only damp…such as gloves…socks…or tee shirts will conduct heat away from one`s body.

Wear head gear. More body heat is lost through the head than most people realize. Cover your mouth and ears to protect your lungs from extreme cold and to dramatically reduce heat loss.

Remember your pets and livestock. Animals should have a shelter with an entrance protected from both moisture and wind. Pets should have access to liquid water. Normal access to water…such as a water dish or trough will likely freeze over.

Take it easy outdoors. Extreme cold puts extra stress on the body. Avoid strenuous outdoor activity and limit the amount of time spent outdoors if possible. When wind chill values get to -18 degrees or below…it only takes 30 minutes for frostbite to occur.

If anyone suffers from hypothermia or frostbite…quickly move them to a warm location and promptly seek medical attention.

More information on dealing with extreme cold is available at bereadylexington.com.

Related Items
News Release
January 6, 2014
DEM Blogger

Related Items

More in News Release

Pets Need Special Care During Cold and Snowy Weather

DEM BloggerDecember 18, 2022
Read More

Be Ready for Holiday Travel

DEM BloggerNovember 18, 2022
Read More

Be Careful When Using Space Heaters at Home or in the Office

DEM BloggerOctober 17, 2022
Read More
Picture of frozen pipe

Prevent Frozen Pipes this Winter Season

DEM BloggerOctober 16, 2022
Read More
Scroll for more
Tap

Copyright © 2018.

Safety tips during times of extreme cold
Kentucky State Road Crews Begin Highway Patrols