"On Tuesday at 1:45 p.m. an extreme cold warning was released by the National Weather Service valid for Wednesday, Feb. 18 between midnight and 9 a.m. for Eastern Santa Clara Hills. Very cold conditions with temperatures as low as 24 degrees expected, according to the NWS San Francisco CA. Hikers, outdoor enthusiasts will encounter dangerously cold conditions over the higher peaks."
"Prolonged exposure to the cold conditions will lead to hypothermia for people, pets, and livestock, 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."
"All enabled mobile phones in the area will receive emergency alerts for considerable or catastrophic hazards. To monitor other local risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies' social media. Follow these instructions to enable your phone to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs). To receive local alerts in the Bay Area, visit each county's website: Santa Clara County San Mateo County Alameda County Contra Costa County Solano County Napa County Sonoma County San Francisco County Marin County"
An extreme cold warning is in effect for Eastern Santa Clara Hills from midnight to 9 a.m., with lows near 24°F expected. Hikers and outdoor enthusiasts will encounter dangerously cold conditions on higher peaks. Prolonged exposure can cause hypothermia in people, pets, and livestock, and sensitive crops and vegetation may be damaged or killed. Ensure portable heaters function properly and are used safely; do not operate generators or grills indoors due to carbon monoxide risk. Check local city or county officials for warming center locations. Enable Wireless Emergency Alerts on mobile phones to receive local warnings. Dress in layers and provide food, unfrozen water, and shelter for animals.
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