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As Dallas braces for inclement weather, various city departments share tips about staying safe.
As Dallas braces for a significant cold snap, city officials are mobilizing resources and implementing comprehensive measures to protect residents. The upcoming weather event, expected to bring temperatures below freezing, has prompted multiple city departments to launch coordinated emergency responses and safety initiatives.
Emergency shelter and support services activated
The City of Dallas Office of Homeless Solutions (OHS) has opened Temporary Inclement Weather Shelters at the Fair Park Grand Building. These facilities are activated when temperatures drop below 36 degrees with wet conditions or 32 degrees in dry weather for three or more hours between 4 p.m. and 8 a.m. The city is actively seeking volunteers to assist at these locations through OHSVolunteer.com.
City preparations and emergency response
The Dallas Emergency Operations Center will be activated on January 9, 2025. Residents are encouraged to register for DallasAlert, the city’s emergency notification system, by texting DALLAS to 67283 to receive critical updates.
Transportation and Public Works has mobilized 50 sanding trucks and six brine trucks for road treatment, with bridge pretreatment already underway. However, residential streets will only be treated if requested by emergency responders.
Changes to city services
The Department of Sanitation Services has announced potential schedule adjustments for waste collection. If weather conditions are deemed unsafe by 11 a.m., collections will be postponed, with Thursday collections moving to Friday and Friday collections to Saturday. During partial service days, garbage collection will take priority over recycling.
Pet safety measures
Dallas Animal Services emphasizes that pets should be kept indoors during extreme cold. The department has established protocols for addressing animals left in unsafe conditions, with residents encouraged to report concerns by calling 311. The Fair Park warming center welcomes people with pets, ensuring both receive proper care.
Property protection guidelines
Dallas Water Utilities advises residents to:
- Verify sprinkler system freeze sensors are functional
- Locate and learn to operate private water shut-off valves
- Insulate exposed pipes and outdoor faucets
- Allow faucets to drip during freezing temperatures
- Consider shutting off water when leaving town
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