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Arctic Blast: PA Schools Brace for Sub-Zero Feel
20 Jan
Summary
- Western Pennsylvania area under cold weather advisory Monday night through Tuesday.
- Overnight lows will reach single digits with wind chills 10-15 degrees below zero.
- Schools are issuing delays and closures in anticipation of extreme cold.

An urgent cold weather advisory has been issued for the entire western Pennsylvania area, effective from Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon. Schools across the region are taking pre-emptive measures, announcing delays and closures in anticipation of severe winter conditions.
Forecasters predict overnight temperatures to drop into the single digits, with wind chills exacerbating the cold to an extreme 10 to 15 degrees below zero. Even with some sunshine expected, daytime highs will only reach the teens, making it feel sub-zero for much of the day.
The list of school closings and delays is being continuously updated as conditions are assessed. Residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions against the harsh temperatures.




