Extended Alert: Brace for Prolonged Brutal Cold Weather

Toledo, Ohio, is currently experiencing a significant cold snap that is expected to last for at least a week. The harsh winter conditions are attributed to an arctic air mass covering Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan.

Prolonged Brutal Cold Weather Expected

This week’s temperatures are forecasted to remain consistently low. From Monday through Sunday, daytime highs are predicted to linger in the teens. Overnight lows may dip near or even below zero, with some nights potentially seeing temperatures plummet to double digits below zero.

Current Weather Conditions

• Morning temperatures start in the single digits.
• Wind gusts may reach up to 30 mph tonight.
• Feels like temperatures could range from -20 to -25 degrees overnight.

Weather Alerts and Advisories

The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning affecting Lucas, Wood, and Hancock Counties, including eastern areas of the viewing region. Additionally, Cold Weather Advisories are in effect for western counties. These alerts will remain until mid-morning Tuesday due to the anticipated dangerous wind chills.

Impact on Local Conditions

• Overview of wind chill effects:
• Feels like temperatures throughout this weather event could range from 5 to -15 degrees, with extreme lows reaching -25.
• Friday morning temperatures are expected to start around -10 degrees.

This cold snap is poised to be the longest in the region since late 2017, with the possibility of 10 to 11 consecutive days of highs only in the teens and single digits.

Weather Predictions

As wind gusts persist through Wednesday, blowing and drifting snow from recent snowfall will make roads slick and treacherous. A dusting of snow is anticipated today, and a quick-moving system might add an additional inch on Tuesday. Following this period, conditions are expected to become drier and sunnier through February 1st.

Residents are urged to stay updated by following local forecasts as the cold weather continues to impact daily life in Toledo and surrounding areas.