MARSHALL — Southwest Minnesota, including Marshall, is under an Extreme Cold Warning from 3:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST on Monday, February 17th,  as issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Sioux Falls. Wind chills as low as -38°F are expected, creating dangerous conditions for residents.

Additionally, an Extreme Cold Watch is in effect from late Monday night through Tuesday morning, with wind chills possibly dropping to -45°F. Affected areas include Lincoln, Lyon, Murray, Cottonwood, and Pipestone counties in Minnesota, along with parts of central and east-central South Dakota.

Hazards & Precautions

  • Frostbite can occur within 10 minutes on exposed skin.
  • Residents are urged to limit outdoor exposure, wear layers, hats, gloves, and face coverings, and keep an emergency kit in vehicles.

Forecasted Temperatures

  • Monday: High -6°F, Low -20°F
  • Tuesday: High -3°F, Low -12°F
  • Wednesday: High 5°F, Low -13°F
  • Gradual warming is expected later in the week.

Residents should monitor local forecasts and take necessary precautions. Stay indoors as much as possible and check on vulnerable individuals.