View the files* below to learn more about creating an emergency preparedness kit.
View the files* and links below to learn more about being prepared for winter storms.
Prepare for Winter Storms
Preparación para una Tormenta invernale
Additional Resources
What to Do if the Heat Goes Out
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Close off unneeded rooms to avoid wasting heat
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Stuff towels or rags in cracks under doors
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Close blinds or curtains to keep in some heat
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Eat and drink. Food provides the body with energy for producing its own heat. Drink lots of water and other non-caffeinated, non-alcoholic liquids to prevent dehydration.
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Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing. Remove layers to avoid overheating, perspriration, and subsequent chill.
Carbon Monoxide - Grills, Stovetops and Generators
Never use a grill, camp stove, or other gasoline, natural gas, or charcoal-burning device inside a home or enclosed area. Install carbon monoxide detectors in central locations on every level of your home, particularly outside sleeping areas.
Generators can be helpful when the power goes out. It is important to know how use them safely to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and other hazards.
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Generators and fuel should always be used outdoors; keep them 20 or more feet away from windows, doors and attached garages.
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Install working carbon monoxide detectors on every level of your home. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can kill you, your family and pets.
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Keep the generator dry and protected from rain or flooding. Touching a wet generator or devices connected to one can cause electrical shock.
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Always connect the generator to appliances with heavy-duty extension cords.
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Let the generator cool before refueling. Fuel spilled on hot engine parts can ignite.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
Local Municipalities Emergency Management Websites
City of Kyle Emergency Management
City of Wimberley Emergency Services Links
City of Buda Emergency Management
City of San Marcos Emergency Management
City of San Marcos Emergency Preparedness
The files on this and other web pages about emergencies and preparedness are from a variety of agencies including various federal and state government sources (e.g. FEMA, NOAA, READY.gov, Texas A&M Forest Service) as well as public sources (e.g.Healthline.com, NFPA); English and Spanish versions are included, as were available from sources.
*Los archivos en esta y otras páginas de preparación para emergencias en este sitio web son de una variedad fuentes, incluidas FEMA, NOAA y Ready.gov; Se incluyen versiones en inglés y español, como estaban disponibles en las fuentes.