posted on: 12/28/2017; updated: 1/2/2018
As cold air and dangerous wind chills continue, the City of Dover's warming site is available during regular operating hours at the McConnell Center. The warming site, located in the cafeteria at the McConnell Center, is open each weekday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for Dover which remains in effect. The cold wind chills can cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Wind chills will range from 10 below zero to 25 below zero during this time.
Dover Fire Chief Eric Hagman urges residents to take precautions to stay safe as the cold weather continues.
“When temperatures get this cold, it can be dangerous without proper safety precautions,” Hagman said. “Dress appropriately if outside and ensure you have sufficient heating fuel and properly functioning appliances to help avoid frozen pipes or carbon monoxide leaks.”
posted on: 12/28/2017; updated: 1/2/2018
As cold air and dangerous wind chills continue, the City of Dover's warming site is available during regular operating hours at the McConnell Center. The warming site, located in the cafeteria at the McConnell Center, is open each weekday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for Dover which remains in effect. The cold wind chills can cause frostbite in as little as 30 minutes to exposed skin. Wind chills will range from 10 below zero to 25 below zero during this time.
Dover Fire Chief Eric Hagman urges residents to take precautions to stay safe as the cold weather continues.
“When temperatures get this cold, it can be dangerous without proper safety precautions,” Hagman said. “Dress appropriately if outside and ensure you have sufficient heating fuel and properly functioning appliances to help avoid frozen pipes or carbon monoxide leaks.”
Other safety advice from Dover Fire and Rescue includes:
Dover Fire and Rescue also reminds everyone to take a little extra time to look out for the safety of neighbors, the elderly and disabled.
For more information, call 516-6148.