EXTREME COLD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGHSATURDAY AFTERNOON.

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills from as low as -2 degrees

north to as low as 5 degrees above in the south are possible.

* WHERE...Portions of southeast Arkansas, northeast Louisiana, and

central, east central, north central, northeast, northwest, south

central, southeast, southwest, and west central Mississippi.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin

is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing

temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong gusty winds of 30 to 40 mph will

result in even lower wind chills at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must

go outside.

To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to

drip slowly.

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.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.