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City Of McKinney: Weather

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Press release from the City of McKinney:

Modified City Services

Friday, Feb 25

  • Parks
    • All fields are closed.
    • Restrooms are closed.

Saturday, Feb 27 - Sunday, Feb 26

  • Parks | The following activities are canceled:
    • Soccer
    • Cricket
    • Lacrosse
  • Baseball / Softball Practices will be allowed, as long as there is no rain.

Trash Services

  • No collection occurred on Thursday, Feb. 24. Collection will roll over by one day.
  • Wednesday's remaining trash route will be collected Friday, Feb. 25. Please leave your green container out.
  • Thursday's collection will occur Friday, Feb. 25.
  • Collection on Friday, Feb. 25 will begin at 10 a.m.
  • Friday's collection will occur Saturday, Feb. 26.

Please note: Wednesday’s recycling route was not collected. It will be collected Wednesday, March 2.
Residents may place up to 5 extra bags next to their recycling (blue) container on March 2.
There is no need to contact the city or Waste Connections to report a missed pick-up.
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Warming Centers

  • McKinney Salvation Army | 600 Wilson Creek Parkway
    • Open Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022.
    • Doors open at 7 p.m. for overnight guests
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    • No ID is required.
    • For the latest information, call 214-945-4637 after 2 p.m. daily.
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    Helpful Information

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    FAQs

    1. What can I do to help prevent frozen water pipes in my home?

    • Allow hot and cold water to run a thin stream the width of a pencil lead.
    • Open cabinet doors under sinks to expose pipes to heat within the house.
    • Keep the thermostat in your home set above 60 degrees.
    • Wrap exposed exterior pipes and faucets with foam insulation or newspaper.
    • Remove garden hoses from outside faucets. Freeze sensors are required on all sprinkler systems to keep them from operating during icy weather.
    • Cover all openings around the foundation.
    • If planning to be out-of-town for an extended time, turn off the water to the house and open faucets to reduce pressure.

  • 2. What should I do to protect my outside water spigot / faucet from freezing?

    • Wrap exposed exterior pipes and faucets with foam insulation or a towel.
    • Remove garden hoses from outside faucets. Freeze sensors are required on all sprinkler systems to keep them from operating during icy weather.
    • Cover all openings around the foundation.
    • If planning to be out-of-town for an extended time, turn off the water to the house and open faucets to reduce pressure.

  • 3. What should I do if one or more of my water pipes are frozen or I don’t have water?

    Property owners are responsible for private water systems from the outside water meter into the home. If you have issues with your private plumbing system such as a frozen pipe you will need to contact a licensed plumber for assistance. Please contact the City of McKinney at 972-547-7360 if your private water service needs to be turned off at the outside water meter.

    4. Now that temperatures are rising and my pipes are starting to thaw, what should I do?

    Check for leaks and if you find a broken pipe, turn your water off at the main valve. Your home has two shut-off valves: one is owned by the city and should only be accessed by city staff while the other is your personal shut-off valve that you should be able to access. The shut-off valves completely turn off water to the house and may be found in one of the following locations: Personal shut-off valve locations:
    • In the crawl space where the water line enters the home
    • In the garage where the water line enters the wall or ceiling, near the water heater or laundry hookup
    • Outside near the foundation, often protected by a concrete ring or clay pipe
  • City of McKinney shut-off valve location
    • Between the meter and the street and should only be accessed by authorized city staff
    • If you can’t find your personal shut-off valve or would like assistance with turning off your water, contact the City of McKinney Public Works department by email contact-water-wastewater@mckinneytexas.org or for emergencies by phone at 972-547-7360.
  • Repairs
    • While most plumbing work requires a permit, a licensed plumber can come stop leaks in an emergency without first applying for a permit.
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    • Homeowners that have Homestead status may perform plumbing work on their own house if they have the ability to perform the work.
    • Use the Texas State Board Of Plumbing Examiners online search tool to find a licensed plumber.

  • 5. Is it possible that the city’s water source or primary delivery methods / pipes can become frozen?

    It is possible, however normally when customers experience no water during cold weather events it is the result of frozen pipes that are owned and maintained by the property owner. McKinney takes precautions to ensure our water supply remains safe and reliable. We wrap exposed pipes and place heat sources at appropriate locations to keep the water flowing to prevent frozen pipes in our production facilities.

    6. What do I do if I see a downed power line?

    If you see a downed power line, leave the area and call 911. Anything touching a power line, such as a tree branch, could be electrified so stay away and keep pets and others away from the area. Do not attempt to remove debris and tree limbs from areas near power lines. The debris may be concealing a live wire or downed power line.

This press release was produced by the City of McKinney. The views expressed here are the author’s own.

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