Windsor-Essex will see temperatures plunge tonight [Video]

It’s going to be bitterly cold outside overnight on Saturday, although we will remain just under the threshold for an official cold warning from the health unit.

According to the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit (WECHU), a cold warning is issued when the temperature reaches -15 degrees Celsius without wind chill for one day.

Tonight, temperatures are expected to plummet to a chilling -13 without windchill, and although that doesn’t hit the threshold, remaining aware of safe practices in extreme cold is still important.

To avoid cold related injuries, the WECHU recommends:

• Dress warmly and cover your skin leaving as little exposed as possible
• If you’re sweating, remove outer layers to remain dry
• Keep moving – especially your extremities, this will help maintain body heat
• Look for shelter especially when windchill is high
• Minimize time outdoors
• Prepare your home for extreme cold by minimizing drafts, and ensuring that your heating system is working properly
• Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle
• Check in on friends and family
• Watch for signs of frostbite or hypothermia

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