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GOP candidates plead for Iowa caucus turnout as temperatures plunge to -45F

2024-01-15 00:00:00.0 独立报-美国政治原网页

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Republican presidential hopefuls have pleaded with voters to brave icy conditions in Iowa, as temperatures plunge to a record-breaking low.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), wind chill is set to push temperatures as low as -45 Fahrenheit – described as “life-threatening”.

“Northwest winds have ushered in Arctic cold air with current temperatures well below zero and wind chills in the 30s and 40s below zero,” the forecaster said.

“This extreme Arctic air combined with breezy to strong winds will continue to create dangerous temperatures and wind chills through early next week, with wind chill values as low as 45 below zero possible at times.”

Though blizzard warnings and winter weather advisories have ended, the NWS urged the public to continue checking road conditions prior to any travel in and around Iowa.

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At such temperatures, officials warn that frostbite can occur within 10 minutes of outdoor exposure, bad news for Iowans waiting in line to caucus.

Wind chill is set to push temperatures as low as -45 Fahrenheit in Iowa – described as ‘life-threatening’ by the National Weather Service

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Wind chill is set to push temperatures as low as -45 Fahrenheit in Iowa – described as ‘life-threatening’ by the National Weather Service

Despite the extreme conditions, GOP candidates urged potential supporters to remain vigilant.

In a short video posted online, a windswept Nikki Haley told voters: “It’s Caucus time, I know it’s cold but we need you out there. Wear some layers, bring your ID and bring your friends, we can do this.”

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