Calhoun County (AL) –Subfreezing temperatures as low 5 to 12 degrees will be possible in the northern parts of Central Alabama. Temperatures

In the southern regions of the country, it is possible to get as low as 10-15

Central Alabama. Lately, temperatures remain below freezing

From Thursday night through Sunday at least, Far northern

Some parts of Central Alabama could remain below freezing for a while

Monday.

* WHERE…All central Alabama

* WHEN…From Monday night at midnight to Sunday morning at 9 AM CST

* IMPACTS…Underfreezing temperatures for a prolonged time may result in severe consequences

Pipes can burst. Extremely cold temperatures and windchills

could cause hypothermia, frostbite, and even death.

People who are exposed to prolonged periods of time or have no access to the internet can be considered dangerous

To provide adequate heat

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Make sure that everyone has access to the right food and water.

warmth. Space heaters and other heating options should be used.

Sources are located at least three feet away from any flammable.

If left unattended, ensure that you have adequate ventilation to keep carbon out

monoxide poisoning. You should always have an emergency kit in case you need it.

You should always have an emergency supply kit with you.

Protect tender plants against the cold by taking immediate action. To prevent

They should not be frozen or burst water pipes.

Wrapped, drained or left to drip slowly. In-

Ground sprinkler systems should be drained and covered above-ground

Protect them from freezing by installing pipes