City of Norman shares tips and reminders in preparing for winter weather

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory, currently in effect through 8 a.m. January 10, 2025.

CITY OPERATIONS

  • Pre-treatment of primary and secondary roadways/routes in Norman have begun.
    • View Norman's priority and secondary travel routes here. View a metro area Road Conditions map, as provided by the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, here.
  • Solid Waste Collection services may be delayed during extreme winter weather, but should still occur for customers according to daily schedules. Customers should leave out applicable carts until they are serviced.

STAY IN THE KNOW

  • Follow updates and guidance from the National Weather Service, or established news agencies, during concerning weather events.
  • The primary outlet for communicating impacts to City services or operations at any time is Normanok.gov.
    • Sign up to receive Norman News emails from the Office of Communications here.
    • Opt into emergency alerts from the City of Norman here.

GENERAL TIPS & REMINDERS

  • Review general Winter Weather preparedness information, as provided from U.S. Department of Homeland Security, here.
  • Remember to limit your time outside and wear layers of warm clothing.
  • Keep pets safe during extreme cold by ensuring animals have adequate shelter. Learn more about this ordinance and knowing the limits from Norman Animal Welfare here.
  • Open cabinet doors where there are pipes in your home, cover outdoor faucets and keep water moving during below freezing temperatures. Learn more about what to do if pipes freeze here.
    • View a demonstration on dripping your faucet properly here.
  • Turn off sprinkler systems and drain rain barrels. Learn more here.
  • Travel is generally not advised during extreme winter weather. Read more about motorist preparedness and car emergency kits here.
  • Stay up to date regarding public transit operations in Norman, operated via EMBARK, here.
  • As a precautionary measure to protect facilities, restrooms at public parks may be closed during periods of extreme cold.

UTILITY CONCERNS

The City of Norman is a water utility service provider. Water concerns or outages can be reported to 405-329-0703 during traditional business hours or to 405-321-1600 any other time. Other utility concerns or outages should be reported to your household providers such as OGE, OEC, or ONG. Dial 911 if there is an emergency. Information from OGE concerning the keeping lines clear of trees can be found here.

SHELTER & COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Norman shelters operated by partner agency Food & Shelter are located at the corner of James Garner & West Gray Street and at 201 Reed Avenue. They are open to anyone in need. Individuals may call 405-360-4954 for more information. 

  • According to shelter operators, at this time, “A Friend’s House” – located at the corner of James Garner & West Gray Street – intends to remain open for 24 hours a day through 4 p.m. January 11, 2025.
  • View other community resources in the Norman area here. 

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