Extreme Cold Warning issued February 18 at 11:25PM PST until February 20 at 9:00AM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
* WHAT…Very cold conditions with sub-freezing temperatures in the
mid-20s to low-30s expected.
* WHERE…The East Bay Hills and Valleys, Interior Monterey County
and the Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the
Cholame Hills in Southeast Monterey County, North Bay Interior
Mountains, North Bay Interior Valleys, Eastern Santa Clara Hills,
and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio.
* WHEN…From 1 AM to 9 AM PST Friday.
* IMPACTS…Cold conditions will be hazardous to sensitive
populations such as unhoused individuals. Cold conditions may
damage or kill sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation if
appropriate precautions are not taken. Prolonged exposure to the
cold conditions will lead to hypothermia for people, pets, and
livestock.
Ensure portable heaters are working properly and are used correctly
to avoid sparking a fire indoors. Do not use generators or grills
inside as carbon monoxide poisoning can result.
Check with your local, city, or county officials for information on
available warming centers.
Be sure to dress in layers if outdoors. Make sure that pets and
livestock have adequate food, unfrozen water, and warmth. Cover or
tend to sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation.