D.C. Braces for Extreme Cold and High Winds Over Weekend
The Washington D.C. area is preparing for an intense cold front expected to bring damaging winds and dangerously low wind chills over the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued high wind and extreme cold warnings, with wind gusts potentially reaching 50 to 60 mph, which could lead to power outages. The cold front, originating from Siberia, will bring temperatures below zero, with wind chills expected to dip to minus-10 degrees. Snow showers are anticipated to coincide with the Friday afternoon rush hour, potentially creating hazardous travel conditions.