Notice to Oil & Gas and Pipeline Operators

Winter Weather Outlook

The National Weather Service is predicting a significant winter weather event in Texas beginning Friday and continuing through the weekend. Heavy winter precipitation is possible, with the first round expected late Friday as a strong cold front moves into the state. Much colder air will spread from north to south overnight, with the greatest impacts expected across the central half of Texas.

Many areas may experience lows in the teens and single digits, with wind chill values dropping into the single digits across much of the state. Similar conditions are expected to continue through the weekend.

The Railroad Commission of Texas (RRC) advises all operators under the RRC’s jurisdiction in areas of potential impact to take the following actions:

• Monitor local, state and national weather reports for updates on potential severe weather impacts;
• Heed all watches, warnings and orders issued by local emergency officials;
• Secure all personnel, equipment and facilities to prevent injury or damage; and
• Monitor and prepare operations for potential impacts, as safety permits.

The RRC maintains a 24-hour, toll-free emergency line, 844-773-0305, to report emergencies, including leaks or spills and damage to gas pipelines.

In addition, the RRC advises all operators to monitor road conditions during the weather event. Operators can find weather emergency resources including road conditions, TxDOT live traffic cameras and weather advisories and warnings https://www.rrc.texas.gov/weather.