PUBLIC INFORMATION The intended audience for this product is the public, media and emergency management partners. Redistribution is encouraged. Additional information, including links to social media and other resources may be found at the bottom of this document. January 22, 2014 Winter Weather Possible Thursday through Friday The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting a strong possibility of winter precipitation and below freezing temperatures across much of southeast Texas Thursday night through Friday. NWS expects to issue related watches and warnings over the next several days. Residents should monitor local media and the NWS website for weather conditions as this forecast could change over the next 24 hours. The primary danger from this Arctic front will be from extended periods of temperatures at or below freezing. There is potential for sleet and freezing rain. We will issue updates as needed beginning Thursday morning. Long periods of below freezing temperatures present a danger to the Four P’s: people, pets, pipes and plants. Residents should take action now to protect themselves and their property. PROTECT PEOPLE Keep warm, stay inside if possible. If you need to go out, dress in layers and wear hats, gloves and an appropriate coat. Avoid overexertion, as cold weather puts added strain on your body. Observe heater safety: Never place a space heater on top of furniture or near water. Keep heat sources at least 3 feet away from furniture and drapes. Never leave children unattended near a space heater. PROTECT PETS Bring pets inside, and move other animals or livestock to sheltered areas. Keep adequate food and water available. PROTECT PIPES Disconnect outdoor hoses, drain and store in protected area. Wrap exposed faucets and pipes - including those outside the house or in unheated crawl spaces, attics, garages and other areas. PROTECT PLANTS Bring potted plants inside or store in garage near interior wall to provide extra warmth and protection from wind. For cold-sensitive outdoor plants, put down extra mulch and consider covering with a cloth fabric of some kind to shield the plants from wind and frost. Protect yourself from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning by installing a battery-operated CO detector and never use generators, grills, camp stoves, or similar devices indoors. It is also recommended that you prepare your car for winter. Have your car serviced and add antifreeze as needed. The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management will monitor this weather situation with our partners and will issue updates as needed on our website readyharris.org as well as on Twitter and Facebook.
Posted on: Wed, 22 Jan 2014 19:18:26 +0000
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