# @cityofbudatx on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DEawCu4CWV3
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/25862236-cityofbudatx-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/thumbnails/4b1eb603ab.jpg
- **Posted:** 2025-01-04T21:00:20.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** City of Buda (@cityofbudatx) — https://gondola.cc/cityofbudatx

## Caption

Cold weather is on the way! While precipitation isn’t expected until later this week, now’s the time to prep and stay safe. 

STAY WEATHER AWARE: 
👉 Sign up for weather & emergency alerts: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736729515/login 

PREPARE YOUR HOME: 
👉 Prevent heating fires – never use an oven or gas stove to heat your home. 
👉 Ensure space heaters are plugged directly into an outlet and are not damaged. 
👉 A home emergency kit should include essentials like non-perishable food, water, blankets, batteries, and a first aid kit. 
👉 Keep pets indoors. Wipe paws after walks to remove ice and salt. 

 PREVENT FREEZING PIPES: 
👉 Locate your emergency shutoff valve in case a pipe does freeze. 
👉 Use pipe insulation for exposed pipes. 
👉 Open under sink cabinets to circulate heat. 
👉 Keep your heat on, even when you’re not home. 
👉 Drip faucets to reduce the risk of frozen pipes. 

ROAD SAFETY: 
👉 Slow down and drive cautiously. Black ice is invisible and can form unexpectedly. 
👉 Winterize your car. Ensure your vehicle has enough antifreeze and keep an emergency kit with blankets, gloves, food, water, and a backup phone charger. 
👉 Keep your tank full. A full tank can also prevent the fuel line from freezing, 

Stay safe and warm, Buda! ❄️✨

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| City of Buda | @cityofbudatx | https://gondola.cc/cityofbudatx | Government Organization |
| Jill Williams | @ShotsByJill | https://gondola.cc/ShotsByJill | Graphic Designer |
| Jill Williams | @ShotsByJill | https://gondola.cc/ShotsByJill | Social Media Manager |

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