Cold blast strikes Kansas this weekend, what to know

TOPEKA (KSNT) - Kansans will endure a blast of cold weather this weekend that could drive temperatures down into the teens.

A strong cold front is on the way that will give many Kansans a taste of winter this fall. KSNT 27 News Chief Meteorologist Matt Miller said people should expect a significant freeze ahead along with brisk wind chills this weekend starting on Saturday, Nov. 8 and continuing through to the morning of Monday, Nov. 10.

"We are expecting the first significant blast of cold weather starting Saturday night," Miller said. "While the wind chills in the 10s on Sunday morning will be a big change, it's more of a nuisance than anything for that day. However, the even colder temperatures for Sunday night into Monday morning will be the more significant freeze."

KSNT 27 News Meteorologist Ely Millard said temperatures should rebound and return to the 60-degree range by Tuesday, Nov. 11. Temperatures are expected to remain cold through the weekend:

• Saturday, Nov. 8.
  • High - 60 degrees.
  • Low - 28 degrees.
• Sunday, Nov. 9.
  • High - 36 degrees.
  • Low - 19 degrees.
• Monday, Nov. 10.
  • High - 43 degrees.
  • Low - 31 degrees.

While this will not be the first big freeze experienced in Kansas so far this fall, the low temperatures may pose a danger for water pipes. Miller said ground temperatures should largely prevent pipes from bursting underground, but exterior hoses could be impacted.

"Since we've already had a freeze or two for most areas, the main difference on this one is really just making sure hoses are disconnected from spigots and that sprinkler systems are winterized by then," Miller said. "Pipes shouldn't be a big issue since overall ground temperatures are still fairly warm."

The National Weather Service reports that water pipes on exterior walls and in areas like basements, attics and under kitchen cabinets are the most vulnerable to freezes. People who do wind up with frozen pipes should use a space heater, heating pad, electric hair dryer or hot water on a cloth to deal with the issue.

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