A Cold Weather Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m. EST as dangerously low wind chills, dipping to 15 below zero, grip Indianapolis and much of central Indiana. The National Weather Service urges residents in affected areas to wear proper winter clothing, including hats and gloves, to prevent hypothermia.
The advisory emphasizes the severity of the cold, warning that wind chills as low as 15 below zero could cause hypothermia if precautions are not taken. A Hazardous Weather Outlook also notes wind chills dropping to 10 to 20 below zero early today, falling again to near 10 below late tonight. Light snow is possible Monday, with accumulating snow expected Tuesday and Tuesday night.
Residents have described adjusting daily routines to cope with the extreme cold, layering up and taking extra precautions to keep families and pets safe. According to the National Weather Service, the week ahead will bring cold nights, mostly cloudy days with occasional sunshine, and light but persistent winds.
