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The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has issued a Wind Chill Warning for the entire KCII listening area through Noon Tuesday, January 16th. Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 45 below zero are possible. These conditions can cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. Avoid outside activities. If you do need to be outdoors, wear appropriate clothing, including layers, a hat, and gloves. The record low temperature was tied in Washington on Sunday, January 14th, at -24 below zero. The previous record was set in 1957.