DES MOINES — A cold weather advisory is set to take effect in our area this evening.

The National Weather Service in Des Moines issued the advisory for portions of central, south central, southeast, and southwest Iowa. It’ll be in effect from 6pm this evening until 9am tomorrow morning.

Very cold wind chills of 20 below to 30 below zero are expected. The dangerously cold wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes. The NWS advises all Iowans to use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a hat, and gloves.