BALTIMORE, MD—Behind Sunday’s snowfall, the coldest air mass the Baltimore area has seen in several years is settling in.

The National Weather Service has issued a Cold Weather Advisory for the Baltimore area.  The advisory will be in effect from 7 p.m. on Monday, January 20 until 10 a.m. on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

The overnight low will be around 9 degrees. Very cold wind chills as low as 5 degrees below zero are expected overnight.  The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

Tuesday night’s low will be around 7 degrees and Wednesday night’s low will be around 9 degrees.  The high temperature on Wednesday is only expected to reach 18 degrees.

Forecasters say residents should use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.  Keep pets indoors as much as possible.

Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.

Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

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