The City of Sugar Land would like to ensure that all residents are taking the necessary steps to protect themselves from extreme cold weather. Listed below you will find the latest on cold weather advisories and warnings, messages from the City, and links to helpful tips on how you can keep yourself and your family safe during a period of extreme cold.

City of Sugar Land

No advisories/warnings from the City at this time.

Cold Weather/Freeze Preparation

	Protecting Pipes from Freezing If the temperatures drop below freezing, the City of Sugar Land encourages residents to prepare their homes to avoid damage to water pipes, sprinkler systems, and swimming pools.
	Sprinkler System Breaker Protection - Demonstration Video A brief video that give you the basic steps to make sure that you protect your sprinkler system in the event of a freeze.
	How to drain your Sprinkler System Diagram A step by step diagram to show you how to drain yourt sprinkler system and protect it from damage in the event of a freeze.

• Portable Generator Safety
• Heating Equipment Safety
• Candle Safety

Basic Tips to Remember

• Make a plan and discuss with your family.

Family/Personal Safety

• If you must go outside, wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. The outer garments should be tightly woven and water repellent.
• Wear mittens, which are warmer than gloves.
• Wear a hat. A hat will prevent loss of body heat.
• Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs
• Walk carefully on snowy, icy, walkways.
• Drive only if it is absolutely necessary. If you must drive: travel in the day; don’t travel alone; keep others informed of your schedule; stay on main roads and avoid back road shortcuts.

Home Safety

• Fit exposed pipes with insulation sleeves or wrapping to slow heat transfer.
• Learn how to shut off water valves (in case a pipe bursts).
• Seal cracks and holes in outside walls and foundations near water pipes with caulking.
• Make sure your gutters are clear of leaves and debris.
• Maintain heating equipment and chimneys by having them cleaned and inspected every year.

Relevant Links

• National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office - Houston/Galveston, TX
• Winter Storms and Extreme Cold (ready.gov)