Alertes en vigueurShell Beach, LA

What: For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 12. For the Wind Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
Where: In Louisiana, Eastern Orleans, Lower Plaquemines, Lower St. Bernard, Southeast St. Tammany, Upper Jefferson, Upper St. Bernard, and Western Orleans Parishes. In Mississippi, Southern Hancock, Southern Harrison, and Southern Jackson Counties.
When: For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 10 AM CST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, until midnight CST tonight.
Impacts: Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible.