January 13, 2024 at 3:38 pm
Winter weather warning
A strong polar front is expected to flow through the region this evening, causing a rapid drop in temperatures. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 6:00 PM Sunday until noon Monday.
The weather will be colder from Sunday morning until Wednesday morning. There is a 20-40% chance of light freezing rain Sunday evening into Monday morning with small ice accumulations. Please be careful while driving during this period, especially on bridges and elevated surfaces.
Take precautions now to prepare yourself and your home before the cold weather. Remember the four Ps: People, Pets, Pipes and Plants:
People: Reduce time outdoors. Check on older people and other vulnerable people to make sure they are okay.
Pets: Keep your pets as warm, dry and indoors as possible. Make sure their food and water don't freeze. Set outside time and keep them grouped.
Pipes: Insulate pipes if possible. Open the sump tanks to expose the pipes to the hot air. Disconnect the hoses and turn off the water to the sprinklers.
Plants: Know their temperature thresholds. If possible, cover them before cold weather sets in to help retain some heat.
Please continue to monitor local weather agencies for any updates. You can also find resources, updates and any emergency information provided by the City on our website www.taylortx.gov and through our social media channels. There are also additional resources here http://www.taylortx.gov/1121/EMERGENCY-UPDATES-AND-RESOURCES.
Local updates:
All restrooms at our parks have been temporarily closed ahead of the cold weather and will remain closed through Wednesday morning.
The marching portion of Monday's Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. celebration has been canceled. Currently, there will still be a program held in the City Hall auditorium starting at 10 a.m
Although we do not anticipate any power outages, in the event of a power outage, residents can stay informed by:
Visit the Oncor website at www.oncor.com
Sign up for text alerts by texting 66267
Download the MyOncor app from your favorite app store
Follow Oncor on Facebook for additional updates.
View map of ONCOR OUTAGE
Warming Centers: The city does not operate any warming centers, however, many local churches will have shelter available for those who may need to get out of the cold:
The Parish Hall of St. James Episcopal Church (612 Davis Street) will be open Sunday and daily next week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. for warming and food. For those needing overnight shelter, call 512-595-3323 or 512-826-6278.
The St. Paul Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall (401 W. 7th St) will be available Monday, January 15 as an afternoon warm-up space and St. Paul's House will be available after 8 a.m. For additional information, please contact the church at 512-352-2327.
