Sioux Falls, SD (Northwestiowanow.com) — Some portions of Iowa are expected to set record lows this week. National Weather Service Meteorologist Jen Hacker form the Sioux Falls forecast office tells us we’ll be lucky to see zero over the next couple of days.

Various advisories and warnings have been issued for both people and pets. Area utilities are also reminding you to take precautions to prevent pipes from freezing this week including keeping bathrooms and kitchens warm and allowing a trickle of water through the faucets.