Arctic outbreak heads toward Lawrence with subzero wind chills
Forecasters warn an Arctic outbreak will sweep Lawrence Sunday and Monday with temperatures well below zero. National Weather Service meteorologist Bill Gargan notes wind chill values may reach minus 29 overnight Sunday, and alarms for possible up to an inch of snow.
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Topeka
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Frostbite risk tips for cold exposure and first aid
Frostbite can occur when temperatures fall below freezing and may lead to amputation in severe cases. KDHE advises getting to warmth at first redness or pain, soaking affected areas in warm water, avoiding walking on frostbitten feet, and not massaging or rubbing numb skin.
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Cold snap warning from plumber urges protection of pipes
Mike Capra of Vito's Plumbing at 645 Locust St warns that Sunday and Monday bring freezing temperatures. He advises sealing exterior holes to crawl spaces and gaps in walls and, for prior problems, leaving a pencil width trickle of both cold and hot water to prevent pipes from freezing.
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Vito’s Plumbing
Locust St
Local Wheat Farmers Face Cold Weather Risks
Douglas County Exten Director Bill Wood says farmers should not worry too much about the cold spell. Soil moisture here is higher than in drier statewide areas, reducing damage risk, while insufficient snow cover could threaten wheat. He notes winter wheat must reach a cold period to flower and calls wheat a tough crop capable of surviving harsh conditions.
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Douglas County
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Cold weather safety tips for pets from Lawrence experts
Veterinarian technician Christine Newman at Gentle Care Animal Hospital in Lawrence advises keeping pets inside when temperatures drop below freezing. Short haired dogs like boxers and pit bulls tolerate cold poorly compared with thick furred breeds. cats should also stay indoors to stay warm and avoid getting lost. The Lawrence Humane Society warns against leaving pets in cars in cold weather, labeling it neglect.
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Lawrence
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Cold weather tests car batteries says Garber
Garber Automotive owner Micah Garber warns cold temperatures strain batteries and may cause failure. Start slowly after warming up, avoid immediate hard driving, and check battery air pressure antifreeze and engine protection levels. Carry blankets and keep a charged cellphone in case of breakdown.
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Garber Automotive Inc
Sixth St
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KU stands against Israeli boycott
Kansas University Chancellor Bernadette Gray-Little joins public opposition to an academic boycott of Israeli higher education institutions proposed by the American Studies Association. The ASA, a national interdisciplinary group, began the boycott after a December vote by its members. See BOYCOTT, page 2A.
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Officials back rental placards plan in Lawrence units
Lawrence City Hall considers requiring about 18 000 rental units to display city approved placards describing how tenants file housing complaints. The proposal emerged during discussions of a rental licensing program and has drawn mixed reactions from city commissioners.
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A Bit of Snow Business Classified Notes
A brief fragment notes snow business and classified items with a social media prompt for LJWorld readers. It lists sections 1C 60 10A 2A including comics and deaths while inviting audience to join on Facebook and Twitter.
City mulls diesel to natural gas plan for fleet
City commissioners hear staff reports Tuesday on switching from diesel to compressed natural gas for city fleets. Page 3A
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