January 2026 - Cold Weather Advisories
City Operational Impacts:
Updated City Operations
City offices and facilities will return to normal operations on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
**Impacts to Solid Waste Collections for Monday, January 26, 2026**
Solid Waste Collections by Frontier Waste Solutions may be delayed by at least 2 (two) Hours on Monday, January 26, 2026, due to inclement weather and possible landfill closures.
Residents are encouraged to leave carts at the curb and allow extra time for service. We appreciate your patience and understanding as crews work safely under weather-related conditions.
**This Information is Subject to Change - monitor frequently for the lastest operational impacts or service interruptions.**
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Parks Restrooms
All park facility restrooms will be closed beginning Friday (1/23/26) as a precaution. Restrooms are scheduled to reopen Monday, January 26, 2026.
Bridge Sanding Operations
City crews will begin sanding bridges starting Friday morning to reduce hazardous driving conditions on the following roadways:
Ross
James Carter Sr.
N. San Jacinto
S. San Jacinto
S. Travis
S. Roosevelt
5th Street
Vine Street
**Please use caution while traveling on roadways when icy conditions are present.**
Available Warming Centers
Cleveland First Baptist Church
- 300 W Hanson St, Cleveland, TX 77327
- (281) 592-3422
Calvary Baptist Church
- 816 N Blair Ave. A, Cleveland, TX 77327
- (281) 593-1751
New Bethel Baptist Church
- 1002 Church St., Cleveland, TX
- Open Sundays at 6:00 a.m.
- 281-592-6151
Shepherd Community Center
- 10251 TX-150, Shepherd, TX 77371
- 936-628-3305
Dayton Police Department
- 2004 N. Cleveland St., Dayton, TX 77535
- Open 24 hours during the freeze
- 936-258-7621
VFW Post 5621
- 1520 N. Main St., Liberty, TX 77575
- Open 12:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- January 21–22, 2025
- 936-253-7044
- Not open overnight due to staffing limitations.
Power Outage Map & Reporting Information
You can view any power outages on Entergy's Outage Map. (You'll need to select "Entergy Texas" from the "Select Your Utility" drop down menu and hit "Continue"). You can also report outages and electrical emergencies to Entergy Texas by phone at 1-800-968-8243. You can also find additional information and resources on Entergy's own Storm Center webpage.
View Entergy's tips for Winter Storm preparations.
In the event of outages, learn how Entergy must respond during Winter Weather events.
*Cleveland Network (includes Patton Village, Plum Grove, Splendora, and surrounding areas)
ERCOT TXANS (Texas Advisory and Notification System)
Monitor information about electrical grid condition levels and get tips on energy conservation by visiting ERCOT's TXANS webpage.
Winter Weather Safety Advisories
Winter Weather Terms
- Freezing rain: Creates a coating of ice on roads and walkways.
- Sleet: Rain that turns to ice pellets before reaching the ground. Sleet also causes roads to freeze and become slippery.
- Winter storm warning: Issued when hazardous winter weather in the form of heavy snow, heavy freezing rain, or heavy sleet is imminent or occurring. Winter Storm Warnings are usually issued 12 to 24 hours before the event is expected to begin.
- Winter storm watch: Alerts the public to the possibility of a blizzard, heavy snow, heavy freezing rain, or a heavy sleet. Winter Storm Watches are usually issued 12 to 48 hours before the beginning of a Winter Storm.
- Winter weather advisory: Issued for accumulations of snow, freezing rain, freezing drizzle, and sleet which will cause significant inconveniences and, if caution is not exercised, could lead to life-threatening situations.
- Frost or freeze warning: Below freezing temperatures are expected.
- Blizzard warning: Heavy snow and strong winds will produce a blinding snow, near zero visibility, deep drifts and life-threatening wind chill.
Prepare for Winter Weather
- Prepare your home to keep out the cold with insulation, caulking and weather stripping.
- Learn how to keep pipes from freezing.
- Install and test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups.
- Gather supplies in case you need to stay home for several days without power. Keep in mind each person's specific needs, including medication. Remember the needs of your pets. Have extra batteries for radios and flashlights.
- Keep a full tank of gas.
- If you are unable to afford you heating costs, weatherization or energy-related home repairs, contact the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for help.
- Only use generators and grills outdoors and away from windows. Never heat your home with a gas stovetop or oven.
Report Damage
Affected Texans are encouraged to report property damage. Share pertinent details and photos to assist emergency management officials in the preliminary damage assessment process.
Generator Safety
- 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.
- Generators and fuel should always be used outdoors and at least 20 feet away from windows, doors and attached garages. NEVER use generators in your home or garage.
- 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.
- Keep the generator dry and protected from rain or flooding. Touching a wet generator or devices connected to one can cause electrical shock.
- Always connect the generator to appliances with heavy-duty extension cords.
- Let the generator cool before refueling. Fuel spilled on hot engine parts can ignite.
- Follow manufacturer’s instructions carefully.