Saturday's Weather Update: The Woodlands Express Bus will not operate on Monday

THE WOODLANDS, TX -- Temperatures are expected to drop below freezing after 3 a.m. overnight, creating icy roadway conditions and an increased risk of freezing pipes. Residents who have not already taken steps to protect their pipes should do so now by insulating exposed pipes and covering outdoor faucets.

Residents are encouraged to avoid travel on Sunday if possible. Temperatures are not expected to rise above freezing during the day and a hard freeze is expected again overnight Monday night, which may further impact road conditions and Township services.

TOWNSHIP SERVICE IMPACTS
The following Township services are currently expected to be impacted by the winter weather storm and may change as weather conditions and operational needs evolve:

• All Township offices, including Town Hall and the Parks and Recreation Campus, will be closed on Monday. Any Village meetings scheduled for Monday have been canceled.
• The Woodlands Express Bus has suspended operations for Monday.
• Town Center Trolleys will stop operating at 5 p.m. on Saturday, and operations will remain suspended on Sunday and Monday.
• Park restrooms and drinking fountains are closed and will remain closed throughout the weekend and day on Monday. Water has been shut off and waterlines blown out to prevent pipe damage due to extended freezing temperatures.
• Riva Row Boat House, Lakes Edge Boat House and Swans at the Mall are closed and will remain closed through Monday.
• Texas TreeVentures is closed and remain closed through Monday.
• Both Recreation Centers will be closed on Monday.

At this time, a decision has not been made regarding trash and recycling service for Monday. A determination is expected Sunday afternoon and will be shared as soon as it is made by Waste Management.

WARMING CENTERS & SHELTERS
Montgomery County has opened a shelter at St. Simon and Jude Catholic Church, 26777 Glen Loch Drive, The Woodlands, Texas 77381. Information on additional shelters and warming centers provided by Montgomery and Harris counties is available on the Township Alerts webpage.

PUBLIC SAFETY REMINDERS
Public safety officials remind residents to call 9-1-1 for emergencies only to help keep phone lines available for those who need immediate assistance.

Use space heaters safely by keeping them at least three feet away from flammable materials and never leaving them unattended. Never use generators, grills or outdoor heating devices indoors due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

When using a wood-burning fireplace, burn only hardwoods and remember ashes can remain hot enough to start a fire up to 48 hours later. Dispose of ashes in a metal container with water, and never place them in plastic trash cans.

Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring official updates through The Woodlands Township Alerts page at thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/alerts and to sign up for notifications.

VIEW TOWNSHIP WINTER WEATHER ALERTS