Full Notification

* WHAT...Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 16 possible.

* WHERE...Coastal Jackson, Fort Bend, Inland Harris, Inland Matagorda, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, and Waller Counties.

* WHEN...From late Wednesday night through Thursday morning.

* IMPACTS...Hypothermia will occur if unprotected people are exposed to these temperatures for prolonged stretches. An extended period of freezing temperatures could cause ruptured water pipes if exposed and unprotected.

* AFFECTED AREAS: SAN JACINTO ... POLK ... MONTGOMERY ... WALLER ... INLAND HARRIS ... FORT BEND ... INLAND MATAGORDA ... COASTAL JACKSON

Instructions:

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you go outside. To prevent exposed water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.