The City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is bracing for the possibility of extreme weather conditions across Harris County this weekend.
The OEM announced that it is closely monitoring forecasts and taking steps to ensure safety for Houstonians in the frigid conditions.
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Officials advise Houston residents to take steps to protect “the Four Ps”:
- People: Wear warm clothes, check on your neighbors, and avoid being outside for extended periods when possible. Pay extra attention to people who may be physically or mentally impaired in your community.
- Pets: Bring your pets indoors and ensure that they have warm and dry conditions. Remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for them.
- Pipes: Make sure your exposed pipes are insulated.
- Plants: Bring sensitive plants indoors or cover them with bed sheets or towels.
The city announced that no warming centers have been activated at this time because temperatures are not projected to reach the threshold for those measures. However, officials said they will continue to monitor the forecasts.
While the city advises that pipes should be covered, KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez does not believe that pipe-bursting temperatures are in play for Houston in this arctic front. However, it’s still a good idea to make sure your exposed pipes are protected.
Most of the Houston area is facing a threat of severe weather on Sunday. The highest risk areas are on the northeast side of Houston, including cities like Cleveland, Livingston and New Caney. These areas could also see temperatures dropping into the teens on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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