Extreme Cold Watch Updated
From
City of Brookside Village
Sent
Thu, Jan 22 @ 9:24am
Description
Extreme Cold Watch issued January 22 at 9:12AM CST until January 26 at 12:00PM CST by NWS Houston/Galveston TX
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or
less in dense fog. For the Extreme Cold Watch, dangerously cold
wind chills as low as 7 possible.
* WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast Texas.
* WHEN...For the Dense Fog Advisory, until 10 AM CST this morning.
For the Extreme Cold Watch, from Saturday evening through Monday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. An extended period of freezing
temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes. Low visibility
could make driving conditions hazardous.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to
drip slowly.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and
unfrozen water.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of
distance ahead of you.
This notification was posted by City of Brookside Village. City of Brookside Village is solely responsible for this notification and unless specifically indicated, no other community or individual utilizing Savvy Citizen is sponsoring, responsible for, or endorsing this notification.
