Alertes en vigueurGaffney, SC

What: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero expected.
Where: Northeast Georgia, the foothills and Piedmont of North Carolina, and the Upstate of South Carolina.
When: From 7 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
Impacts: The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 5 below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. Pets and livestock will be endangered by extreme cold if left unprotected for extended periods.

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.