Extreme cold weather warning issued for Toronto with blast of Arctic air on the way
An extreme cold warning is in effect for Toronto, with wind chills values of -30 expected Thursday night into Friday morning.
Environment Canada says a blast of cold Arctic air headed for southern Ontario is to blame for the frigid temperatures
"Cover up," the federal weather agency warns. "Frostbite can develop within minutes on exposed skin, especially with wind chill."
CBC meteorologist Colette Kennedy forecasts a low of -18 C Thursday night, saying gusty southwest winds will turn west and then northwest, bringing in a quick rush of cold air.
"But it is also going to be plain cold during the day on Friday," she said, with a daytime high of -15 C and a wind chill of -25.
Wind chill values could reach -30 again Friday night into Saturday morning, Environment Canada says.
Young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, those without shelter any anyone working or exercising outdoors are at greater risk, it adds.
The good news is warmer weather is in store, with temperatures above the freezing mark next week.
Kennedy says the "weather whiplash" will mean milder conditions, with a daytime high Tuesday of six degrees.
