WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FRIDAY

By Jon Mayhew

LINCOLN COUNTY -- The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory 3-9am Friday morning, as cold Canadian air continues to pound Lincoln and surrounding counties.

Overnight lows are predicted to be in the teens; meantime, highs are expected to be in the lower 30s for much of the weekend.

Wind chills are expected to be anywhere between zero and five below zero.

"A lot of people are going to be using their wood heaters for the first time tonight," said Emergency Management Director Susan Spake. "It may cause an increase in fire department calls."

Spake said her office is concerned when firefighters respond to calls overnight about the personnel being on scene.

"Water may freeze in the hoses," said Spake.

Lincoln County Emergency Management recommends bringing all pets and plants inside to keep them from freezing.

Also, keep a check on elderly neighbors during the next few days and keep all space heaters safely away from flammable materials.

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