Don't be a statistic! Winter roads cause thousands of serious crashes every year. ❄️🚗 Ice and snow change how vehicles handle and how quickly you can stop. Clear your car completely, slow down, avoid cruise control, and leave extra space between vehicles.

You’ve probably already wrapped those outdoor pipes and set the faucets to drip. One more quick check that makes a big difference: know exactly how to shut off the water to your house. When pipes fail, fast shutoff turns a disaster into a minor headache.

Cold temps are here and your pipes are officially on watch! 👀 Drip those faucets, open up cabinet doors, and keep the heat steady so warm air can do its thing. A few easy moves now can save you from a frozen pipe meltdown later.

Icy sidewalks call for your best penguin impression. 🐧 Short steps, flat feet, arms out for balance, and careful curb steps help keep you upright when surfaces get slick. Waddle with purpose and avoid an unexpected winter tumble.

If you’re cold, they’re cold. 🐕🧊 They don’t have thumbs, sweaters, or good decision-making skills. Do them a favor and bring them inside to avoid the guilt (and the side-eye).

Breaking news: pets are terrible at surviving freezes and excellent at stealing your blankets. ❄️🐕 If you’re cold, they’re colder. Bring pets indoors during the freeze. Extra blankets optional. Couch space no longer negotiable.

Cold weather strains homes as much as people. Heat loss happens quietly through windows, doors, ceilings, and floors. 🏠🥶 Small adjustments reduce energy use and improve indoor safety during prolonged cold conditions.

We’ve all been there, but cold mornings demand a little extra care. ❄️🚗 If you must travel tomorrow, slow down and give yourself extra time. If you can avoid travel, staying home is the safest choice while winter conditions continue.

Another cold weekend. 🥶 On a positive note, no mosquitoes. Alas, while nature giveth, nature also freezeth pipes. It's time to protect the 4 Ps: 🧥People 🐱Pets 🌺Plants 💦Pipes Cold snaps are temporary. Burst pipes are not.

It’s siren test day, Plano! 🚨 When you hear the wail at 12:00 PM, remember: no emergency, just Waily doing what Waily does best. Sign up for emergency alerts so we can let you know every time Waily wails! plano.gov/citycall

Earlier this week, Waily had the opportunity to meet with residents at the State of the City. And yesterday, he sang us the most beautiful song. Do you know all the reasons that could cause Waily to sing? Check out the OWS Countdown so you know what to do with the sirens sound.

Attention, most esteemed residents of the Ton! 🌺 Carriages have been sighted about the city, delivering the latest Society Papers. Pray read them well—preparedness, like a fine reputation, is far easier to maintain than to repair after a scandal.

Happy National Pizza Day! 🍕 Today’s reminder: emergency alerts are a lot like pizza. Watch = ingredients. Warning = pizza. And honestly, both are a good excuse to talk about your emergency plan over a slice or two.

To our public safety besties: the ones who answer the calls, drive the trucks, work the radios, and keep the whole city from turning into a disaster movie. We’d share our snacks and the last portable charger in the go-kit with you any day. Happy Galentine's Day! 💗

It’s Valentine’s Day, and nothing says love like knowing who you’re calling, where you’re going, and what snacks you’re bringing if things go sideways. 💗 So we made valentines you can pass along that show a little love and a little preparedness.

Want to make a difference in your community during a disaster? Join Plano’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and get hands-on training to help in times of crisis! 📅 Training: April 17-19 📍 Registration starting soon. Join our interest list here! volunteers.plano.gov/need/detail/?n…