Wind Chill Advisory Issued for NC

Be prepared for a bitter cold wind chill this morning in parts of North Carolina, West Virginia and Virginia. This wind chill advisory lasts between 2:28am-10:00am on January 21.

You should only venture outside if necessary. Be sure to wear double layers and protective items such as gloves and hats/hoods to cover your ears up.

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The NWS has released this wind chill advisory statement:

"Event:Wind Chill AdvisoryAlert:

WIND CHILL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM EST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Very cold wind chills. Wind chills as low as 15 below zero.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest North Carolina, southwest and west central Virginia and southeast West Virginia.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM EST this morning. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

Instructions: Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves."