A Boil Water Notice has been issued for all Corpus Christi customers.
The notice was issued February 16, 2021.
The City of Corpus Christi is aware of the frigid temperatures and potential for freezing rain and sleet forecasted for our area. The City is working on an emergency management plan to address issues such as individuals and pets in need of shelter and utilities.
Mayor Paulette M. Guajardo and City Manager Peter Zanoni began preparations to implement the City’s severe cold and inclement weather protocols. A News Conference was held on Thursday, February 11 to inform the public of these plans. Residents can watch a recording of the full News Conference on YouTube.
On Thursday, February 11, the National Weather Service (NWS) in Corpus Christi issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for Coastal Bend locations. Very cold temperatures are in store late this weekend along with dangerous wind chills. Periods of freezing rain and/or sleet are possible Sunday into early next week. Make plans to bundle up if heading outdoors and be extremely cautious if traveling. See status updates on the National Weather Service website for our region.
Contact Numbers
DIAL 911 FOR EMERGENCIES
AEP Electrical Hazards or General Calls: 877-373-4858
AEP Outages: 866-223-8508
City Call Center: 361-826-2489
Report Animal Neglect: 361-826-2489 or 361-886-2600
TIPs to stay safe
The City has gathered resources from various City departments and local partners to bring residents the best advice for staying safe during inclement weather events.
- Tips for Driving on Ice »
- Protect Your Pets »
- Protect Your Plants PDF »
- Freezing Temperature Tips PDF »
- Freezing Temperature Tips PDF (Spanish) »
- Tips to Help Residents During Cold Weather PDF »
- Tips to Help Residents During Cold Weather PDF (Spanish) »
- Tips for Space Heater Safety PDF »
- Tips for Space Heater Safety PDF (Spanish) »
- Suggestions from AEP, Corpus Christi's Electric Utility Company »
- H-E-B Winter Weather Updates »
City Services & Facilities
Measures will be in place to ensure proper and safe City services in public safety, transportation, water, homelessness, animal care, aviation services, and construction.
From the Water Department
To protect motorists and pedestrians:
- Residents and businesses are reminded to shut off irrigation systems.
- All automatic sprinkler systems should be turned off to ensure ice does not accumulate on streets, driveways and sidewalks.
To minimize property damage:
- Wrap all exposed pipes located outside or in unheated areas of the home with newspaper, insulation or towels.
- Remove garden hoses from outside faucets. Insulate outside faucets with a Styrofoam cover, rags or paper.
Planning for the homeless
The City is working with multiple local homeless agencies to ensure shelter, food, blankets and clothing is provided for those in need during the severe cold and inclement weather. The Salvation Army has been identified as the lead agency in providing emergency shelter. If the Salvation Army exhausts their intake accommodations, individuals will be referred by the Salvation Army to other shelters expanding their intake.
If you can donate cold weather items such as jackets, blankets, gloves and hats or monetary donations, please drop them off at the Salvation Army or other local homeless service providers.
City and Local Partners to Offer Short-Term Shelter for Homeless »
Agencies & Partners
- National Weather Service - Corpus Christi »
- Texas Division of Emergency Management »
- Texas Department of Transportation »
- Nueces County »
- AEP of Texas »
- Coastal Bend Council of Governments »
- Downtown Management District »
- Port of Corpus Christi »
- Christus Spohn »
- American Red Cross »
- Salvation Army »
- City of Portland, Texas »
- City of Robstown - Fire Department »
- Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority »
Social Media
The City encourages the public to stay informed via social media:
The City of Corpus Christi adopted a tax rate that will raise more taxes for maintenance and operations than last year's tax rate. The tax rate will effectively be raised by 4.69 percent and will raise taxes for maintenance and operations on a $100,000 home by approximately $16.87.
