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Weather Alert: Extreme Cold Warning in Effect For Wiggins, Waynesboro, Perry & Greene County Areas

Hattiesburg News Staff



An "EXTREME COLD WARNING" ALERT has been issued for Wiggins, MS, Waynesboro, MS and all of Green County going into Alabama. UNTIL 9AM THURSDAY, JANAURY 23, 2025.The alert covers portions of South Central and Southwest Alabama, Northwest Florida, and Southeast Mississippi.


This special warning is dangerous as the impacts includes frostbite and hypothermia that will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.


Take action immediately. As recommended by the National Weather Service:


Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.


To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.


Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.


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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