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Hawk Alert: NWS Wind Chill Warning 1/13 6PM-1/16 Noon. -40 wind chill. Frostbite poss in 10 min. Protect yourself from extreme cold. More at emergency.uiowa.edu.

Situation update(s)

Tuesday, Jan. 16: Cold Weather Continues

Cold temperatures and wind chills remain possible throughout the week. Please stay weather aware. 

A Wind Chill Advisory is in place for our area from noon on Tuesday, Jan. 16 through 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 17. More information.

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Jan. 13: Wind Chill Warning and Weather Safety

A Wind Wind Chill Warning is in effect for Johnson County, Iowa beginning Saturday, Jan. 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. through Tuesday, Jan. 16, at noon. Wind chills as low as -40 degrees are possible during this time frame, which can cause frostbite in 10 minutes. More information.

To stay safe and protect yourself from the dangerous temperatures, the NWS recommends:

  • Avoid unnecessary outdoor activities.
  • Stay indoors during the worst part of the extreme cold.
  • Keep a winter survival kit in your car if you must travel.
  • Dress warmly and monitor local weather resources for updates.

If I must travel, how should I dress?

  • Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing, and a hat.
  • Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves.
  • Cover your mouth to protect your lungs from extreme cold.
  • Stay dry and out of the wind.
  • Make use of Winter Weather Safety resources.