"Duluth vs. Dallas: The Differing Definitions of 'Extreme Cold'"
As frigid Arctic air descends on the United States, the definition of "extreme cold" varies by region, with meteorologists calibrating warnings based on prevailing climate. In Duluth, Minnesota, warnings are issued at minus 25 degrees, while in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, it's at minus 18. The South's infrastructure and population are less acclimated to severe winter weather, increasing the risk of frostbite. In northern Manitoba, the threshold for a wind chill advisory is minus 58 degrees Fahrenheit, highlighting the stark differences in cold tolerance across regions.