Bay Area inland regions is the focus of an updated cold weather advisory issued at 11:13 a.m. on Sunday by the National Weather Service. The advisory is valid for Monday, Dec. 29 between 1 a.m. and 9 a.m.
According to the NWS San Francisco CA, “Cold conditions with temperatures as low as 34 degrees expected.”
“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,” 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. Check with your local, city, or county officials for information on available warming centers. Be sure to dress in layers if outdoors. Make sure that pets and livestock have adequate food, unfrozen water, and warmth. Cover or tend to sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation.”
The full list of affected locations includes:
- North Bay Interior Valleys
- East Bay Interior Valleys
- Santa Clara Valley Including San Jose
- Eastern Santa Clara Hills
- East Bay Hills
- Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio
- Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National Forest
- Mountains Of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County Including Pinnacles National Park
- Northern Salinas Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley
Understanding cold weather alerts
Cold weather advisory: Be Aware. A cold weather advisory is issued when seasonably cold air temperatures or wind chill values, but not extremely cold values, are expected or occurring. Be sure you and your loved ones dress appropriately and cover exposed skin when venturing outdoors.
Extreme cold warning: Take Action! An extreme cold warning is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are expected or occurring. If you are in an area with an extreme cold warning, avoid going outside. If you have to go outside, dress in layers, cover exposed skin, and make sure at least one other person knows your whereabouts. Update them when you arrive safely at your destination.
Extreme cold watch: Be Prepared. An extreme cold watch is issued when dangerously cold air temperatures or wind chill values are possible. As with a warning, adjust your plans to avoid being outside during the coldest parts of the day. Make sure your car has at least half a tank of gas, and update your winter survival kit.
For more weather alerts in the Bay Area, visit Weather Advisories