City Urging Cold Weather Safety Through Holiday Weekend

FOREST PARK, Ga. — Dec. 21, 2022 — With the National Weather Service advising extremely cold temperatures and windy conditions for metro Atlanta, residents are encouraged to exercise caution and utilize cold weather safety tips beginning Wednesday, Dec. 21, through the Christmas weekend.

Historic cold conditions are expected to arrive late Thursday evening and will last for several days. High winds are also likely throughout much of North Georgia. Wind chill values in the teens and twenties are possible Thursday night through Sunday night.

Remember the Five Ps when it comes to cold weather safety:

• Protect People: Remember to dress in layers and wear a hat and gloves. It is important to try to stay dry and out of the wind. Also, remember to check on young children, elderly family and neighbors who are the most sensitive to cold weather. If the temperature cannot be maintained at a home, make temporary arrangements to stay elsewhere, including with friends and family.
   
• Protect Pets: When cold weather is in the forecast, be sure to bring outdoor pets inside or give them a warm shelter to stay in.
   
• Protect Plants: Cover cold-sensitive plants to protect them from dangerous temperatures.
   
• Protect Pipes: Cover pipes and allow outdoor faucets to slowly drip to prevent freezing and breaking.
   
• Practice Fire Safety: Use safe heating sources indoors. Do not use fuel-burning devices such as grills, as they release carbon monoxide, which is a deadly gas. Also, make sure to use space heaters according to their instructions and be attentive to open flames.

For the latest up-to-date weather alerts, visit www.weather.gov/ffc.