‘Extended cold temperatures can be dangerous’: meteorologist
The recent cold snap which has smothered the province looks as if it is going to continue well into 2018 according to meteorologist John Paul Cragg of Environment Canada.
“It’s extremely cold today and I’m afraid it’s not going to get any warmer for a while yet,” Cragg said. “In fact tonight (Friday) and tomorrow (Saturday) we could see temperatures dropping to -49 C with the wind chill which is dangerous if you are not careful.”
Cragg said while this has extended period of cold weather; a freeze in December in the Battlefords is certainly not uncommon.
“Traditionally in the Battlefords area you see on average 4.2 days where temperatures dip below -30 C,” Cragg added. “Right now the area has already had four days and I’m expecting to see at least three more by the time everything is said and done.”