Prolonged exposure to the cold conditions will lead to hypothermia for people, pets, and livestock. Cold conditions may damage or kill sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation if appropriate precautions are not taken, according to the NWS. Ensure portable heaters are working properly and are used correctly to avoid sparking a fire indoors. Do not use generators or grills inside as carbon monoxide poisoning can result.
The advisory is valid from 7 p.m. until Thursday Dec. 4, at 9 a.m. According to the NWS Hanford CA, Very cold wind chills as low as 9 degrees below expected for elevations above 9000 feet. The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure, according to the NWS.