'Brutally Cold' Temperatures Seize Central Plains

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Snow fell on parts of Kansas on Tuesday morning, February 18, as temperatures dropped to “brutally cold” levels, the National Weather Service (NWS) said.According to the weather service, the air temperature was -6 Fahrenheit (-21 Celsius) with a wind chill bringing the real feel to -25 F (-32 C). Total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches were possible for portions of northwest Kansas by Tuesday night, the NWS said.Footage shows snow falling at the NWS’s regional office in Goodland on Tuesday morning.The “prolonged period of dangerously cold” conditions was expected to last across the region until Thursday, the NWS said.“If you absolutely must venture outdoors, make sure to wear appropriate clothing. Dress in multiple layers, including a hat and gloves,” the weather service advised. “Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.” Credit: NWS Goodland via Storyful
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