Extreme Cold Watch

Locations Affected

Virginia Beach, VA ∙ Norfolk, VA ∙ Portsmouth, VA ∙ Snow Hill, MD ∙ Smith Island, VA ∙ Greenbush, VA ∙ Smith Island, MD ∙ Chance, MD ∙ Fentress Naval Auxiliary Field, VA ∙ Willis Wharf, VA

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Wakefield VA 849 PM EST Fri Feb 6 2026 ...COLD WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY... ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 9 PM EST SATURDAY... ...EXTREME COLD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills as low as 1 above expected. For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 3 below possible. * WHERE...Norfolk/Portsmouth County, and Virginia Beach. * WHEN...For the Cold Weather Advisory, from 6 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday. For the High Wind Warning, from 8 AM to 9 PM EST Saturday. For the Extreme Cold Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. The cold wind chills as low as 3 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution if you must drive. Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.

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