Freeze Warning issued January 26 at 2:31AM CST until January 27 at 10:00AM CST by NWS Brownsville TX
* WHAT...For the first Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as
low as 15. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind
chills as low as 12 expected. For the second Freeze Warning,
sub-freezing temperatures as low as 19 expected.
* WHERE...Brooks, Coastal Kenedy, Inland Kenedy, Inland Willacy, Jim
Hogg, and Northern Hidalgo Counties.
* WHEN...For the first Freeze Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning.
For the Extreme Cold Warning, until 8 AM CST this morning. For the
second Freeze Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 10 AM CST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin
is exposed to these temperatures. Death is possible to unprepared
people and pets. An extended period of freezing temperatures could
cause ruptured water pipes. Take steps now to finish protecting
cold sensitive plants and crops. Frost and freeze conditions could
damage crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage
unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must
go outside. Death is possible to people exposed to the extreme cold.
Rush to completion 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.
Prepare to dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if
you must go outside. Death is possible to people exposed to the
extreme cold.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. If the
power goes out, make sure to have blankets ans several layers of
clothing to stay warm. Death is possible to people exposed to the
extreme cold.
Ensure portable heaters are used correctly and in safe operating
conditions. Never use generators inside homes, garages, or carports.
Sensitive outdoor plants may be damaged by frost if left uncovered.
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