Freezing temperatures on the way, now is the time to prepare:
Protect your people, pets, pipes and plants.
- Check on family and neighbors who may need help preparing.
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- Cover or insulate exposed pipes. Turn off sprinkling systems, and open cabinets to expose pipes to indoor heat. If you have a pool, it’s important to run the pool pump continuously when the temperature is below freezing to keep the water moving trough the pipework. If your power goes out, shut off your water and turn on all the downstairs faucets to drain, and drain your pool pump equipment.
- Bring potted plants indoors. Apply a thick layer of mulch around ground plants, and cover sensitive plants with a sheet.
Residents should begin cold weather preparations before the front arrives, and the weather service suggests before Saturday evening.
Warming centers around Houston are opened in major weather events like freezes. Call 2-1-1 for the latest information.
