Sunday, April 09, 2023

Montgomery County issues hypothermia alert


The Montgomery County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security has issued a Hypothermia Alert for Monday, April 10, 2023, between the hours of 2:00 AM and 10:00 AM. During that time, the wind chill is forecast to be below 32 degrees. 

A Hypothermia Alert means that conditions present a danger of hypothermia or frostbite to those outdoors for extended periods. Dress warmly and wear layers if you must spend significant time outdoors during the hours covered by the alert. If you have safety concerns about people or pets, you are asked to call 301-279-8000.

2 comments:

  1. Anonymous7:06 PM

    Wasn't it 85 degrees just 3 days ago? Yikes!

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  2. Anonymous12:29 AM

    Maybe the portable toilets and sinks at the bus xfer station aren't enough for our needy, too. It would be nice to house them on these uncomfortable nights in unused local hotels. Maybe some of our citizens could take in these needy for a meal and a bed?



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