Here Comes Arctic Blast

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From the Washington Post:

The season’s first outbreak of freezing, Arctic air is headed for the United States this weekend into next week. It will register as the most unusually cold blob of air on the planet for a time. Chilly air will reach the Plains and Midwest this weekend before spreading to the East Coast on Monday. In total, 155 million people across the contiguous states are expected to experience freezing conditions through Wednesday.

The most notable aspect of this early season blast of cold air is how far south it will push, reaching the Deep South, Gulf Coast and Florida, where temperatures will tumble 20 to 30 degrees below average for the time of year early next week. In the Sunshine State, the frigid air may cause iguanas to fall from trees and break low temperature records. The air will also be remarkably dry, making it feel even colder when combined with gusty winds.

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