The National Weather Service is reporting an Arctic Outbreak affecting our area. Bitterly cold temperatures are expected Friday through Sunday, 12/23-12/25. All citizens are urged to take the necessary precautions to protect the 4 Ps: people, pets, plants, and pipes. Follow the City of Beaumont Office of Emergency Management on Facebook for the most up-to-date information at Facebook.com/BeaumontTexasOEM.
With the support of the Red Cross, Warming Shelters in Beaumont Will Be Available at:
- The Salvation Army “Home Sweet Home”
1094 McFaddin St
Will be open 24 hours for the duration of the event, beginning at 5 PM Thursday, 12/22 through Sunday, 12/25.
- Henry’s Place/Some Other Place
590 Center Street
Will extend operational hours from 8 AM-6 PM Friday 12/23 through Sunday 12/25.
For the first time ever, the City is also working to provide mobile warming stations via transit buses catering to the homeless population.
How Can You Help?
You can apply to volunteer here >> https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHFlWtEeGdHIdJKgv2SP4jqb45rWxSKwmlrlchOFYlsg_mFQ/viewform
How to Prepare Your Home
The City of Beaumont Water Utilities Department strongly recommends insulating all external pipes and faucets before the hard freeze tonight with wrapping you can pick up from the local hardware store.
If insulation is not possible and you’re worried about freezing, turn off the water and drain the pipes each night throughout the duration of the weather event.
We ask that you refrain from dripping or running the faucets because it puts too much strain on the system.
As always, if you need assistance, please call 3-1-1 and follow the prompts.
Additional Winterizing Tips Can Be Found Here >> https://beaumonttexas.gov/helpful-water-sewer-tips-for-winterizing-your-home/
Additional Resources
https://beaumonttexas.gov/…/eoc/cold-weather-safety-tips/
https://www.weather.gov/safety/winter
https://www.ready.gov/winter-weather