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Winter Weather - Preparation
- Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking and weather stripping.
- Learn how to keep pipes from freezing.
- Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups.
- Gather supplies in case you need to stay home for several days without power. Keep in mind each person’s specific needs, including medication. Remember the needs of your pets. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights.
- Keep a full tank of gas.
- Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.
Visit https://recovery.texas.gov/preparedness/winter-preparedness/index.html for more information.