West Alabama Under Cold Weather Advisory as Temperatures Drop

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Cold Weather Advisory. This weather alert goes into effect from Sunday, December 14, at 6 p.m. through Monday, December 15, at 7 a.m.

The reason for this Cold Weather Advisory is that residents can expect very cold wind chill values as low as 8 degrees in the northern region and 15 degrees in the southern region.

West Alabama Counties Under the Cold Weather Advisory

Bibb

Fayette

Greene

Hale

Lamar

Perry

Pickens

Sumter

Tuscaloosa

Walker

Potential Impacts from the National Weather Service in Birmingham

• Frostbite and hypothermia are possible if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.
• Prolonged subfreezing conditions may cause pipes to freeze or burst.

National Weather Service in Birmingham Suggested Preparedness 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.
• 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 pipe bursting, they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.

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The Townsquare Media Weather Center will continue to track this developing weather situation to keep you informed on these bitterly cold conditions.

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster