Garden City is monitoring the current weather situation and the forecast for inclement winter weather. We will post any changes to the city schedule or city-related emergencies on social media and the website. If we do get winter weather, including snow or ice, please stay off the streets and be safe. For weather-related information, please monitor CEMA or your local news.  

AN EXTREME COLD WEATHER ADVISORY #1

DANGEROUSLY COLD TEMPERATURES THIS WEEKEND

Dangerously cold temperatures will move into our area Saturday evening and continue through Monday morning.  Temperatures will drop into the low 20s, with wind chill temperatures dropping below 10 degrees.  There is a chance of rain and/or snow Saturday afternoon into Sunday.

Cold Weather Safety Tips:  Residents are encouraged to prepare for the coming cold weather.  As temperatures drop, remember to protect the 4 P’s: People, pets, pipes and plants.

• Minimize time outdoors.
• Prepare for power outages.
• Check on the elderly and other vulnerable people to ensure well-being.
• Keep your pets warm, dry, and indoors as much as possible.
• Limit outside time for pets and keep them bundled up.
• Insulate pipes if possible.
• Open sink cabinets to expose pipes to heated air.
• Disconnect hoses and turn off water to sprinklers.
• Know the temperature thresholds for your plants.
• If possible, cover plants before the cold weather sets in to help retain some heat.

Bundling up and staying dry are two of the best ways to stay safe in cold weather. Wearing layers helps your body hold in heat as temperatures drop.

• In cold weather: Wear 2-3 layers, a warm hat, gloves, and a jacket that blocks wind and wet snow.  Wear 1-2 warm layers on your legs and waterproof boots.
• In extreme cold: Wear 3 or more layers, including one warm, insulating layer.  Add a warm hat, gloves, a wind-blocking outer coat, 2 or more warm layers on your legs, and waterproof boots.

Use caution when using an alternate electricity or heat source, such as a generator or space heater.

• Never use an oven or stovetop to heat your home.
• Never use a generator in a closed space.  Make sure it is outside where exhaust fumes can safely vent.
• Make sure your space heater has an automatic shut-off.
• Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet from heating equipment.