NWS Urges Long Islanders to Prepare for "Bitterly Cold" Temps This Weekend

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The NWS has issued a Special Weather Statement for Long Island for this weekend, as temperatures are expected to drop to zero Saturday night into Sunday morning.

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The National Weather Service has issued a Special Weather Statement, as well as a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Long Island for this weekend, as an Arctic Blast in the area will drive temperatures to drop to zero Saturday night into Sunday morning. During this time, Wind Chill values could reach life-threatening levels as cold as 20 - 25 degrees below zero, and the NWS urges residents to take precautions to stay warm, and to keep pets warm as well - temperatures may reach record breaking lows this weekend.

With temps only reaching the teens on Sunday, the NWS is warning that it will be "bitterly cold" here on Long Island, and throughout the New York Metro Area. They go on to warn that cold spells of this magnitude create a serious risk of hypothermia and frostbite, and that if you must be outside between Saturday night and Sunday morning, that gloves, hats, and extra layers should be worn - the low temps could lead to frostbite in less than thirty minutes if proper precautions are not taken.

Additionally, it is recommended that Long Islanders check their car battery, and tire pressure levels before traveling - batteries run the risk of dying due in the bitter cold, and tire pressure could drop when temperatures are this low. The NWS urges locals to equip their cars with a Winter Safety Kit that includes additional warm clothes, an extra set of gloves, a blanket, and other essencials to stay warm should your car break down, become disabled, or get stranded.

Currently, temps are expected to rebound back into the 30s on Monday, however residents are urged to check weather reports regularly, and bundle up before going outside. For the most up to date weather information, head over to the LongIsland.com Weather Center, where you can find the latest weather forecasts, advisories and more.

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[Source: NWS.]