Special Weather Statement in McKinley County, Vermont
Issued by the National Weather Service and archived by Claims Pages
EXPIRED5/19/2024 3:34:00 AM (UTC)Urgency: ExpectedSeverity: ModerateCertainty: Observed
5/19/2024 3:34:00 AM until 5/19/2024 5:00:00 PM
Please advise the appropriate officials or fire crews in the
field of this Fire Weather Watch.
Please check with state and local authorities regarding
guidelines for allowed activities...
* The warm air temperatures today in the upper 70s to around 80 may
cause people to underestimate the dangers of the cold water
temperatures which are currently only in the mid to upper 50s
across Lake Champlain and in the regions smaller lakes and rivers.
* The cold water temperatures can quickly cause hypothermia to
anyone immersed in the water. When the water temperature is below
60 degrees, the average submerged person could loose dexterity
within minutes and be unable to accomplish simple tasks. Anyone
on small boats, canoes or kayaks should plan accordingly if
recreating this weekend and use extreme caution to avoid this
threat. Paddle smart from the start and always wear your life
jacket!