[Important Information for Employees] Campus Weather Advisory – Extreme Cold

[Michael Caraballo]

Campus Community:

An Extreme Cold Watch is in effect for the region Friday night through
Saturday for our area. The National Weather Service is forecasting wind
chills between –20°F and –40°F, which will create dangerous conditions for
anyone outdoors.

In addition, snow showers with embedded snow squalls are likely today and
tomorrow, which may lead to sudden reductions in visibility and hazardous
travel conditions on and around campus.

Campus community members are encouraged to limit time outdoors, dress
appropriately for extreme cold, use caution when traveling, and monitor
local weather news sources for the latest updates.

*Timing:*

   - Wind chill values are expected to drop below –20°F on Friday night and
   remain dangerously cold through Saturday morning.
   - Temperatures Saturday night may fall between –10°F and –20°F, though
   winds are expected to be lighter.

*Hazards:*

   - Frostbite can occur on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes.
   - Hypothermia can occur with prolonged exposure to cold.

*Impacts*

   - Cold temperatures and dangerously cold wind chills will increase the
   threat of hypothermia and cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as
   10 minutes.
   - Be aware that certain pre-existing health conditions and or
   medications can potentially affect your body’s ability to regulate
   temperature, making you more susceptible to hypothermia.
   - Alcohol consumption can give your body a false sensation of warmth,
   but it expands your blood vessels, contributing to a faster loss of body
   temperature.
   - These cold temperatures will also have impacts on all mechanical
   systems, such as heating systems and vehicles. PLAN ACCORDINGLY!

*Extreme Cold Safety*

   - Avoid any prolonged exposure to the elements; frostbite can occur in
   less than 30 minutes.
   - Dress for the weather in warm, breathable layers, gloves, a hat, and
   sturdy boots.
   - Make sure your vehicle has a Winter Survival Kit in case you become
   stranded, which includes: blankets, water, food, hand/foot warmers,
   sleeping bags, and at least half a tank of fuel.
   - Protect your pets; bring them inside whenever possible.

Visit www.weather.gov for more information.

Sincerely,
Mike Caraballo

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*MICHAEL CARABALLO*

Director, Office of Emergency Management (OEM)

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