Extreme cold has gripped various parts of the U.S., with over 1,300 miles affected by Extreme Cold Warnings.Warnings include record low temperatures and dangerous wind chills in regions from North Dakota to South Central Texas.Parts of North Dakota are facing temperatures as low as 30 to 40 degrees below 0 degrees Fahrenheit.The Extreme Cold Warning is expected to be short-lived, with temperatures forecasted to warm above average by the week's end.San Antonio, Texas, is also experiencing unusually cold temperatures, with single-digit wind chills.An Arctic high pressure system from Canada is bringing the cold air southwards, affecting multiple states.Certain vulnerable groups, like the elderly and homeless, are at increased risk during extreme cold and should take precautions.Warning signs of frostbite and hypothermia should be closely monitored, and medical attention sought if symptoms are present.It is crucial to stay safe and take necessary measures to avoid cold-related illnesses during this extreme weather.