Source: The National Extension Disaster Education Network

Heavy snow, freezing rain, and extreme cold can have a tremondous impact on individual communities or an entire region.  Storms can last for days, resulting in power outages, blocked or closed roads, and flooding.  Being prepared for winter storms includes  understanding weather-related terms, winterizing homes and vehicles, and taking action to protect family members, pets, livestock,  and neighbors.

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Source:  Texas AgriLife Extension Service

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Texas and the Southern Plains  receive their fair share of winter storms. A typical scenario begins with a strong cold front moving down the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains. As this front moves into the Texas panhandle, winds switch to the north and temperatures drop markedly.

In many parts of Texas, severe winter weather can threaten your safety and the safety of your property. Blizzards, heavy snow, freezing rain, ice, and freezing temperatures occasionally cause major problems in parts of Texas. During the winter of 2001, severe winter ice storms crippled the north-eastern part of the state; 46 counties were declared a disaster area by the President of the United States.

Winter storms are known as deceptive killers because most serious injuries and death are indirectly related to the storm. Some causes of injury and death include hypothermia from prolonged exposure to the cold, carbon monoxide poisoning from defective heating units and/or poor ventilation, and automobile accidents.

Protect yourself and your family. Prepare now for winter storms.

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Source:  Texas A&M Agricultural Communications

Back-to-back freezes damaged wheat across many of the wheat-producing regions of Texas. While some fields will still yield grain, major damage was done to future seed availability.

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In many parts of Texas, severe winter weather can threaten your safety and the safety of your property. Blizzards, heavy snow, freezing rain, ice, and freezing temperatures occasionally cause major problems in parts of Texas. During the winter of 2001, severe winter ice storms crippled the north-eastern part of the state; 46 counties were declared a disaster area by the President of the United States.

Winter storms are known as deceptive killers because most serious injuries and death are indirectly related to the storm. Some causes of injury and death include hypothermia from prolonged exposure to the cold, carbon monoxide poisoning from defective heating units and/or poor ventilation, and automobile accidents.

Protect yourself and your family. Prepare now for winter storms.

View Texas EDEN Winter Storm Resources

Source(s): Reader’s Digest

Winter weather can make driving difficult and dangerous, so follow these guidelines to make sure you’re safe and properly prepared on the road.

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Source(s): American Red Cross

To help cut down on the expense of keeping your house warm this winter, the American Red Cross offers these suggestions on getting your home ready for the cold weather. If you plan to use a space heater or alternate source of heat, follow the tips below to prevent home heating fires.

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Source(s): The Texas Extension Disaster Education Network (EDEN)

It is time to begin preparing for winter storms that might affect your area.

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