We'll kick off the work week with some snow in Central New York and we'll finish it with the first dangerously cold temperatures of the winter season.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 11 PM Monday until 4 PM Tuesday in Oneida, Madison, and Onondaga Counties. 3 to 6 inches of Lake effect snow is expected, especially in higher elevations. Snowfall rates could be heavy at times, reaching 1 inch per hour.

Dangerously Cold Temperatures

Get ready for bone-numbing cold weather after we're done with the snow. The National Weather Service says temperatures will plummet late in the week and stick around for a few days.

Dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills are becoming likely late Thursday night through Saturday. Details on exact temperatures and wind chills remain a little uncertain at this time. It is important to be prepared for the bitterly cold conditions.

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Cold Weather Tips

Here are a few tips to stay warm and safe in extremely cold weather.

  • Wear loose, lightweight, warm clothing in several layers. Trapped air between the layers acts as an insulator. Layers can be removed to avoid perspiration and subsequent chill.
  • Outer garments should be tightly woven, water-repellent, and hooded.
  • Always wear a hat or cap on your head since half of your body heat could be lost through an uncovered head.
  • Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs from extreme cold.
  • Mittens, snug at the wrist, are better than gloves because fingers maintain more warmth when they touch each other.
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Working Outdoors

Cold temperatures put an extra strain on your heart. Heavy exertion, like shoveling snow, clearing debris, or pushing a car can increase the risk of a heart attack. Here are a few things to keep in mind when working outdoors.

  • SLOW DOWN when working outdoors.
  • Take frequent breaks.
  • If you feel chest pain -- STOP and seek help immediately.
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Hypothermia

Prolonged exposure to cold temperatures can cause hypothermia, especially in children and the elderly. Keep a close eye on these symptoms to avoid getting hypothermia.

HYPOTHERMIA SYMPTOMS:
*Inability to concentrate
*Poor coordination
*Slurred speech
*Drowsiness
*Exhaustion
*Uncontrollable shivering, followed by a sudden lack of shivering

If a person's body temperature drops below 95 degrees Fahrenheit, get emergency medical assistance immediately. Remove wet clothing, wrap the victim in warm blankets and give warm, non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated liquids until help arrives.

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Frostbite

You can get frostbite and not even know it in extreme weather. There is no pain associated with the early stages, so watch for these danger signs:

*Numb skin that may become flushed. Then it turns white or grayish-yellow.
*Frostbitten skin feels cold to the touch.

If frostbite is suspected, move somewhere warm. Cover the frostbite area with something warm and dry. Never rub it!

Then get to a doctor or hospital as quickly as possible.

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Long Range Forecast

Monday: A chance of snow showers, mainly after noon. Cloudy, with a high near 32.
Monday Night: Snow showers likely, mainly between 11 PM and 4 AM. Cloudy, with a low around 18.
Tuesday: A chance of snow showers, mainly before 9 AM. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 23.
Tuesday Night: A slight chance of snow showers after 1 AM. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 12.
Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high near 24.
Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high near 33.
Thursday Night: Snow showers likely, mainly before 1 AM. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 2.
Friday: A chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy and cold, with a high near 6.
Friday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around -14. Blustery.
Saturday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 12.
Saturday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 6.
Sunday: A chance of rain showers, snow showers, and freezing rain. Cloudy, with a high near 34.

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