-5 Temps for Nashua

NASHUA, NH — Nashua will get hit with an arctic blast this week, pushing wind chill values to as low as 5 degrees below zero.

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The arctic front will also likely bring a snowstorm Saturday that will drop a “plowable” amount.

The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather alert for Nashua due to the extreme cold. Wind chill values will drop below zero late Monday night.

Here’s the latest forecast for the week:

• Tuesday: Wind gusts as high as 35 mph. Wind chill values dropping below zero. Mostly sunny.
• Wednesday: Sunny. High 28 degrees, low 14. 15 mph winds.

Nashua’s extended forecast

These are some winter survival tips:

1. Weatherproof your home: Insulate walls and the attic, caulk and weather-strip doors and windows, have your chimney or flue inspected every year and install a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector in your home.
2. Prepare yourself for exposure to winter weather: Dress warmly and limit exposure to the cold to prevent frostbite and avoid getting wet to prevent hypothermia.
3. Make sure your car is ready for travel: Check antifreeze level and have radiator system serviced, replace worn tires and check tire air pressure, keep gas tank full to avoid ice in tank and fuel lines, and make a winter emergency kit to keep in your car.
4. Pets: Bring pets indoors as temperatures drop and never leave lit candles or other flames unattended.
5. If power lines are down, call your local utility and emergency services: If power lines fall on your car, warn people not to touch the car or power lines.

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