ELYRIA, Ohio — With dangerously cold temperatures forecast for Thursday and Friday nights, the Lorain County Sheriff’s Office has issued a cold weather advisory through Saturday and is urging residents who need shelter to seek help.

Sheriff Jack Hall said the advisory is meant to protect vulnerable residents as a polar vortex brings bitter cold with wind chills in the single digits.

“Keeping our residents safe is our top priority,” Hall said in a statement. “During these dangerously low temperatures, no one in Lorain County should be left out in the cold. If you or someone you know needs shelter, please reach out — help is available. Together, we can make sure everyone stays safe through this cold spell."

The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office is working with the United Way of Greater L

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