Coldest Wind Chills in Decades Hit Western PA

The coldest air of the season and in years has arrived to Western Pennsylvania.Frigid temperatures and harsh wind chillsThe leading weather headline of the week is the extreme cold. Frigid temperatures that we haven’t felt in decades will combine with blustery conditions, leading to a dangerous stretch of sub-zero wind chills. The harshest feels like temperatures will be today and Wednesday, which are both Severe Weather Alert Days.Extreme Cold Warning for the ridges of the Laurel Highlands where we are expecting the coldest wind chills, as low as -30° at night through the early morning through Wednesday.The rest of the area is under a Cold Weather Advisory for feels like temperatures as low as -20° through Wednesday.With wind chill values this cold, frostbite can occur in as little as 30 minutes on exposed skin. Make sure you are wearing multiple layers and covering as much skin as possible if you must go outside. Also, be sure to protect your pets as their paws can be damaged by the cold ground and snow.Quick burst of snow Tuesday afternoon, then sunshineA quick passing system will touch off a few snow showers Tuesday afternoon and early evening. Most of us will see less than an inch of snow unless a snow squall can develop. If squalls do form, snow totals of two to three inches are possible.The thaw starts on Thursday with high temperatures getting in the upper 20s and reaching back into the 30s by the weekend.TODAY – Severe Weather Alert Day: Morning wind chills as low as -15° to -20°, closer to 0° late-day with snow showers around the evening commute. High 13°.WEDNESDAY – Severe Weather Alert Day: Morning wind chills as low as -18° to -30°, closer to -5° late-day. High 12°.

As temperatures plummet to record lows across Western Pennsylvania, residents are bracing themselves for some of the coldest wind chills in decades. The bitter cold has prompted officials to issue warnings about the dangers of prolonged exposure to the frigid temperatures.

With wind chills expected to reach well below zero, it is crucial for residents to take precautions to stay safe and warm. This includes dressing in layers, covering exposed skin, and limiting time spent outdoors.

The extreme cold has also led to school closures, flight cancellations, and disruptions in public transportation. Residents are urged to check on elderly or vulnerable neighbors to ensure they are safe and have access to necessary resources.

As we endure this historic cold snap, it is important to stay informed and prepared for the harsh conditions. Let’s all work together to stay safe and warm during this challenging time.

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