News Summary
Bowling Green is experiencing the coldest air of the season with morning lows dipping below zero due to a severe cold snap. Wind chills have reached as low as 15 degrees below zero, prompting cancellations of in-person classes at Bowling Green State University. Warming shelters have been set up to assist those in need. Historical cold spells also remind residents of the region’s harsh winter experiences. With temperatures expected to improve soon, community support is crucial during this chilling phase.
Extreme Cold Snap Hits Bowling Green, Kentucky
Bowling Green, along with the rest of Kentucky, is currently experiencing the coldest air of the season. The temperatures took a sharp turn for the worse this week, with morning lows on January 22 dipping below zero all across the state. To make matters even more chilling, wind chill readings have plunged to as low as 15 degrees below zero!
This icy invasion has transformed January 2023 into a month that is surprisingly cooler than usual, with averages sitting around 10 degrees below normal from the start of the month until now. This recent cold snap is being noted as the most severe one since early January 2022, caused by a significant dip in the polar jet stream that has unleashed a bitter chill on the Bluegrass State.
A Look Back at Historical Cold Spells
And let’s not forget the infamous cold snap of 1994, which brought about extreme weather conditions and historic snow accumulations near Owensboro, where residents faced nearly 2 feet of snow! The coldest temperature ever recorded in Kentucky hit a staggering -37 degrees in Shelbyville, while Bowling Green’s record low stands at a brisk -26 degrees.
Class Cancellations and Warnings
Due to the extreme cold warning issued by the National Weather Service, Bowling Green State University (BGSU) made the decision to cancel in-person classes starting at 6 p.m. on Tuesday and continuing through 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday. However, not to fret! All remote and online classes will carry on as scheduled, so students can still keep their studies on track while staying warm at home.
The WTOL 11 Weather team has proclaimed ALERT DAYS for Tuesday and Wednesday, as residents brace themselves for chilly overnight lows predicted to drop into the single digits below zero. Wind chills are expected to feel even more biting, ranging between -15 and -25 degrees. But, on a brighter note, better temperatures are anticipated soon, with highs expected to reach around 30 degrees the following day.
Warming Shelters Take Center Stage
The warming shelter slated for Thursday will be hosted at the Salvation Army in Bowling Green, further extending a helping hand to residents seeking warmth. During this intense cold, it’s crucial for everyone to layer up and keep their furry friends inside to protect them from the harsh elements.
This extreme cold snap is a stark reminder that winter is still very much in full swing in Kentucky. As the community pulls together to weather this chilly stretch, it’s important to stay warm and look out for one another. Keep those jackets zipped up and stay safe out there!
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Additional Resources
- WTOL: BGSU Cancels Classes Due to Extreme Cold Weather
- WBKO: Bitter Cold This Morning
- WNKY: Recap of KY Cold Snaps
- Spectrum News 1: Warming Center Opens in Bowling Green
- WBKO: Bitterly Cold Temperatures Through Tomorrow Morning
- Wikipedia: Weather
- Google Search: Extreme Cold Weather
- Google Scholar: Cold Weather Impacts
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Weather
- Google News: Cold Weather Kentucky
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