Feb 21, 2022

Wind chill advisories issued for Tuesday

Posted Feb 21, 2022 3:43 PM
National Weather Service in Wichita
National Weather Service in Wichita

By SALINA POST

As the area transitions back to more winter-like weather Tuesday, wind chill advisories have been issued for counties in our area.

READ: Watch out for hypothermia and frostbite!

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a wind chill advisory in effect from 3-11 a.m. Tuesday that includes the following counties in our area.

Ellsworth County

Lincoln County

Quite cold wind chills are expected. Wind chills as low as 15 below zero are forecast.

The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Use caution while traveling. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

The National Weather Service in Hastings, Neb., has issued a wind chill advisory from midnight to noon Tuesday that includes the following counties in our area.

Jewell County

Mitchell County

Wind chills at 15 below to 20 below zero are forecast.

The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. Use caution while traveling. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.