Winter Storm Warning Issued
From
Taft
Sent
Sun, Jan 19 @ 2:56pm
Description
Winter Storm Warning issued January 19 at 2:53PM CST until January 21 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Corpus Christi TX
* WHAT...Mixed wintry precipitation expected. Light snow, sleet, and
icing accumulations are expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...All of South Texas excluding the barrier islands.
* WHEN...From midnight Monday Night to 6 PM CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you
must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will
keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to
reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a
hat will keep you from losing your body heat.
Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.
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