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City of Simonton
Wednesday February 19th, 2025 :: 02:36 a.m. CST

Advisory

Extreme Cold Warning until 10:00AM Thursday

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. For the Cold Weather Advisory, very cold wind chills of 10 to 15 degrees expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills of 5 to 10 degrees expected.

* WHERE...Inland Jackson, Austin, Brazos, Burleson, Colorado, Grimes, Madison, Washington, and Wharton Counties.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until noon CST today. For the Cold Weather Advisory, until 10 AM CST this morning. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from midnight tonight to 10 AM CST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure.

* AFFECTED AREAS: MADISON ... BURLESON ... BRAZOS ... WASHINGTON ... GRIMES ... COLORADO ... AUSTIN ... WHARTON ... INLAND JACKSON

Instructions:

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. 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. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

Address/Location
City of Simonton
35011 Farm to Market 1093
Simonton, TX 77476

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 281-533-9809

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Extreme Cold Warning

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