Extreme cold warning issued by Environment Canada for:
- North Bay - West Nipissing
- Temiskaming Shores - Temagami
- Greater Sudbury and vicinity
Beginning early Monday morning into Tuesday afternoon — and possibly into Wednesday for a few areas — a prolonged period of extreme cold conditions is expected this week with wind chill values near minus 40C.
Relief from extreme cold is expected to be limited even during the daytime hours when temperatures typically moderate.
Extreme cold puts everyone at risk. Watch for cold-related symptoms: shortness of breath, chest pain, muscle pain and weakness, numbness and colour change in fingers and toes.
Dress warmly. Dress in layers that you can remove if you get too warm. The outer layer should be wind-resistant. Cover up. Frostbite can develop within minutes on exposed skin, especially with wind chill.
Check on older family, friends and neighbours.
