Freeze on its way
This graphic provided by the National Weather Service displays projected weather conditions for Thursday morning.
National Weather Service has issued a freeze warning for the Hill Country area between 3-9 a.m. Wednesday morning, Nov. 12.
"In the wake of a strong cold front, freezing temperatures can be expected across much of the Hill Country late tonight into Wednesday morning. In addition, winds of 10 to 15 miles per hour will make it feel even colder," the warning stated.
Burnet, Llano and Blanco counties are included in the effected area.
"This will be the first freeze of the season for many locations. These temperatures may damage cold sensitive plants. Exposed pipes may freeze. Outdoor pets may need extra protection," the warning stated.
The National Weather Service has offered the following tips for winter weather preparedness:
Keep these emergency supplies in your vehicle
- Blankets/sleeping bags and extra clothing, mittens and hat
- Cell phone, radio, flashlight, extra batteries
- First-aid kit and pocket knife
- High calorie, non perishable food, bottled water
- Sack of sand or cat litter for de-icing roadway
- Windshield scraper, tool kit, booster cables, tow rope and shovel
Emergency Tips For Home
If heavy ice on power lines cuts utility service, be extremely careful using generators or gas powered equipment. Carbon monoxide (CO) is invisible, odorless and deadly. It can build up in a matter of minutes. Do not use generators, charcoal grills or gas grills inside the house, garage or enclosed space. Do not try to heat the house using a gas range or oven. Be prepared at home:
- Battery-powered NOAA Weather Radio, batteries, flashlights, cell phone and chargers, manual can opener
- One-week supply of food, water, medicine, medical supplies and items for special health care needs, babies and the elderly
- Pet supplies, kitty litter or sand for de-icing steps and walkways
- Heating fuel, properly ventilated emergency heating source such as a fireplace, wood stove or space heater
- Fire extinguisher, smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector
- Warm clothing and extra blankets
Additional winter weather preparedness information can be found at the following web addresses:
