Active AlertsSpring Branch, TX

Winter Storm Watch

Issued at Wed 12:21 PM Jan. 21

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.

Full details

Extreme Cold Watch

Issued at Wed 12:43 PM Jan. 21

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 degrees below zero possible.
Where: All of south central Texas.
When: From Saturday evening through Monday morning.
Impacts: The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 2 degrees below zero could result in hypothermia or frostbite on exposed skin if precautions are not taken. Extreme cold will become life threatening and likely damage unprotected pipes and put livestock at risk.

Recommended Action

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.

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