Amarillo Weather Alert: Prepare For Frigid Cold And Wintry Mix Ahead

After a week of beautiful weather in most of the Texas panhandle, it looks like we're in for another round of frigid cold. The forecast in Amarillo is a far cry from the 80-degree days we've had recently. We might be seeing snow, ice, and temperatures in the single digits.

The Brutal Cold Is Back In The Texas Panhandle

Looking at forecasts and information shared by the National Weather Service Amarillo, it looks like we're in for a brutal week. Lows could dip into the single digits at times, and others will only reach the teens. That's not the only thing we've got to watch for.

According to the National Weather Service Amarillo, we might be seeing a wintery mix in Amarillo on Tuesday and Wednesday. Freezing drizzle and the possibility for snow are mentioned as concerns. It should go without saying, Tuesday and Wednesday will be days you need to plan for.

Take Care Of Your Pipes, Your Pets, And Your Vehicles

When it gets this cold outside, there are things you need to take care of. Make sure your pipes are ready for the frigid cold. Don't forget to let the faucets slow drip. Insulate pipes exposed to the elements, and leave cabinet doors open so pipes can get some of the heat from inside.

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You also need to have a plan in place for your pets. The lows are bad enough, but throw in the potential for winter precipitation and they don't need to be left out exposed to the elements. Either bring them inside or make sure they have a warm shelter where they can go to escape the elements.

Have your emergency kit ready in your car in case you get stranded. Fill up your gas tank. Don't leave them sitting almost empty fighting against the cold. Plan to give yourself some extra time to get where you need to go incase there is snow, ice, etc.

Stay warm this week. Fingers crossed we'll get some relief and see some of those warmer temps come back.