"The advisory is valid for Wednesday, Feb. 18 between midnight and 9 a.m. According to the NWS San Francisco CA, Cold conditions with temperatures as low as 33 degrees expected in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Cold conditions with temperatures as low as 34 expected in southern Santa Clara county and mid to upper 30s near San Jose. Cold conditions will be hazardous to sensitive populations such as unhoused individuals. 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, the NWS said. 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. Check with your local, city, or county officials for information on available warming centers. Be sure to dress in layers if outdoors."
A cold weather advisory is in effect for the Santa Cruz Mountains and Santa Clara Valley, including San Jose, from midnight to 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 18. Temperatures are expected as low as 33°F in the Santa Cruz Mountains, around 34°F in southern Santa Clara County, and mid to upper 30s near San Jose. These cold conditions are hazardous to sensitive populations such as unhoused individuals and can cause hypothermia in people, pets, and livestock with prolonged exposure. Sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation may be damaged or killed without precautions. Recommendations include using portable heaters safely, avoiding indoor generator or grill use, locating warming centers, dressing in layers, and protecting animals and crops.
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