Extreme Cold Warning

Locations Affected

Galloo Islands, NY ∙ Montague, NY ∙ Chaumont, NY ∙ Belleville, NY ∙ Carthage, NY ∙ Orleans, NY ∙ Brownville, NY ∙ Constableville, NY ∙ Philadelphia, NY ∙ Black River, NY

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Buffalo NY 650 PM EST Thu Jan 22 2026 ...EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM FRIDAY TO 1 PM EST SATURDAY NORTH COUNTRY... * WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero expected North Country, especially across the higher terrain of the Tug Hill region. * WHERE...Jefferson and Lewis Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM Friday to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 30 to 40 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coldest wind chills as low as 40 below zero are expected to be near the Tug Hill Plateau, with values of 25 below zero or colder elsewhere. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... This is a potentially dangerous situation to be outdoors. If you must be outside, be sure to cover all exposed skin. Frostbite can occur in 15 minutes or less with apparent temperatures of 25 below zero or colder. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly.

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