Snow drifts cover a walking path near O Street on Saturday in Lincoln. Slightly warmer conditions are expected Wednesday before another deep freeze arrives.KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

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A wind chill warning for Lincoln and eastern Nebraska remains in effect until noon Tuesday, but area residents should expect to see slightly warmer conditions Wednesday before falling back into a deep freeze.

A high of 12 degrees is forecast for Lincoln on Tuesday. Then, the temperature is expected to climb into the low to mid 20s on Wednesday.

The cold prompted Lincoln Public Schools to call off school Tuesday, the fourth weather-related closure in seven days. Some evening events may still take place, LPS said in a news release just after 7 p.m. Monday.

Another push of arctic air will bring colder temperatures with lows dipping back to sub-zero temperatures Thursday and Friday and single digits Saturday. It will start to warm up Sunday, with Monday holding the promise of above-freezing conditions.

The National Weather Service of Omaha said there’s a 20% chance of light snow Wednesday night across the entire area. There’s a 50-70% chance of accumulating snowfall beginning Thursday and continuing into Thursday night. Northeast Nebraska looks to receive the heaviest snowfall.

“A cold system coming through could bring 1-2 inches of snow Thursday afternoon,” said Becky Kern, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Valley.

With the wind chill warning and freezing temperatures, people are advised to limit time spent outdoors and bundle up when going out is necessary. Frostbite can develop after as little as 10 minutes of exposure.

The CHI Health St. Elizabeth Regional Burn and Wound Center in Lincoln has seen an influx in frostbite patients this winter.

“A cold system coming through could bring 1-2 inches of snow Thursday afternoon,” said Becky Kern, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Valley.

With the wind chill warning and freezing temperatures, people are advised to limit time spent outdoors and bundle up when going out is necessary. Frostbite can develop after as little as 10 minutes of exposure.

The CHI Health St. Elizabeth Regional Burn and Wound Center in Lincoln has seen an influx in frostbite patients this winter.

A man wearing a leopard print blanket braves bitter cold gusts of snow and wind as he walks down South 17th Street, on Friday.KENNETH FERRIERA, Journal Star

‘This is unprecedented’: CHI Health in Nebraska reports spike in frostbite cases

January 15, 2024 4:22 pm – Nolan Dorn – Channel 8 news

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) – CHI Health hospitals in Nebraska reported an increase in frostbite cases over the weekend.

Officials said at least 25 people were treated for frostbite at CHI Health hospitals amid subzero temperatures across the state.

In Lincoln alone, 12 people arrived at the emergency room for frostbite treatment.

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Esther Rathjen, a burn unit manager with over 20 years of experience, said she’s never seen a frostbite season this busy.

“This is unprecedented,” she said.

As the frigid temps continue into this week, health officials ask that people look out for signs of frostbite.

“Watch out for your neighbors, watch out for your friends, you know,” Rathjen said.  “Be mindful of what people are doing.”

If you show signs of frostbite, visit your nearest CHI Health Walk-In Clinics: https://t.co/kH73ZHiiPY#CHIHealth pic.twitter.com/YEYWi3yeqN

— CHI Health (@CHIhealth) January 12, 2024