||| NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE |||
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
557 AM PST Wed Feb 12 2025
San Juan County-Western Whatcom County- Including the cities of Friday Harbor and Bellingham 557 AM PST Wed Feb 12 2025
…COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PST THURSDAY…
* WHAT…Very cold wind chills as low as 10 to 15 degrees.
* WHERE…San Juan County and Western Whatcom County.
* WHEN…Until noon PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS…Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure and will impact vulnerable populations such as the homeless, pets, and those without adequate access to heating.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.
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