New Englanders are accustomed to cold weather, snow and ice, but Friday night's combination of extreme cold and powerful winds is enough to make even bundled-up skiers shelter indoors
Two women are bundled up in cold weather clothing while walking during a frigid weather snap, Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, in Portsmouth, N.H. Windchills in New England are expected to be sub-zero on Friday and Saturday across the region. PORTLAND, Maine — — New Englanders are used to cold temperatures, but a combination of extreme cold accompanied by powerful winds is downright dangerous, and enough to send even bundled-up skiers scampering indoors.in parts of New England.
“Those things are leading to this extreme wind chill weather pattern that’s going to be impacting us,” Dumont said.Maine is known for its cold weather, but a popular pond hockey tournament was postponed, some ski resorts curtailed operations and organizers even put the kibosh on Saturday's events at the National Toboggan Championships.In Portland, Maine, the wind chill was expected to dip to 40 below Fahrenheit .
Even if bundled up, the extreme cold can be dangerous for someone who's outside for an extended period. Just wait until the weather warms up a bit before enjoying the great outdoors, Dumont said. “The best thing to suggest to people is don’t travel. You know, just be safe," Dumont said."Don’t go snowmobiling. Don’t go skiing.”Mark Twain once opined on how fast the weather changes in New England. That'll be the case for this wintry agony.
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