Freezing Conditions Expected Through Thursday Night
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX—The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for all of South Texas except the barrier islands for Monday night into Tuesday. From tonight through Wednesday morning, the wind chill (feels like temperature) will not rise above 32 degrees in Corpus Christi.
In some areas, a mix of wintry precipitation will be possible. Accumulations may cause slick roads and other hazardous impacts.
City Operations
There will be a weather-related delayed start for the City of Corpus Christi on Tuesday, January 21. Employees in non-essential operations will report to work at 12:00 p.m. Garbage and recycling curbside collections will take place as usual.
Due to the prolonged cold temperatures and out of an abundance of caution, the City of Corpus Christi has opened an overnight cold weather refuge center.
Cold Weather Refuge Center:
The Corpus Christi Gym, located at 3203 Cabaniss Parkway, will now run continuously through Friday, January 24. The center will close at 12:00 p.m. on that day or when the feels like temperature rises above 32 degrees. The City will provide meals, and The Salvation Army will provide snacks and drinks.
Daytime Warming Centers:
The City will offer daytime warming centers, which are free and open to the public.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the delayed start of City operations, all warming centers listed below will open at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21.
Owen R. Hopkins Library, 3202 McKinzie Road,826-2350
Monday: CLOSED (holiday), Tuesday:12:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Friday- Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Sunday: CLOSED
Ben F. McDonald Library, 4044 Greenwood Drive, 826-2356
Monday: CLOSED (holiday), Tuesday:12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED
Anita & W.T. Neyland Library, 1230 Carmel Parkway, 826-2370
Monday: CLOSED (holiday), Tuesday:12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.,
Wednesday & Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Sunday: CLOSED
Janet F. Harte Library, 2629 Waldron Road, 826-2310
Monday: CLOSED (holiday), Tuesday:12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Friday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED
Dr. Clotilde P. Garcia Library, 5930 Brockhampton Drive, 826-2360
Monday: CLOSED (holiday), Tuesday:12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday - Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., Sunday: CLOSED
La Retama Central Library, 805 Comanche Steet, 826-7055
Monday: CLOSED; Tuesday: 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m., Wednesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Saturday - Sunday: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Corpus Christi Regional Transportation Authority (CCRTA) will provide free transportation to and from the refuge center and warming center during available hours. For more information, go to https://www.ccrta.org. The Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD) will also provide transportation to daytime warming centers, the cold weather refuge center, or homeless shelters. To arrange transport, call CCPD Non-Emergency Police at (361) 886-2600.
Corpus Christi International Airport:
Corpus Christi International Airport (CCIA) reports several flight cancellations. CCIA reminds travelers to monitor their flight status and prepare for possible delays or cancellations. CCIA will post flight delays and cancellations on its website's flight information screen at www.flyccia.com. It is highly recommended that you download the app for your respective airline to receive the most current and up-to-date flight status and easily rebook a flight without coming to the airport.
Here is more information on preparing for colder temperatures.
You can also find updates on the City's website, www.corpuschristitx.gov, and on social media channels: Facebook @citygov or @ReadyCC, LinkedIn @City of Corpus Christi, and X @cityofcc. You can also contact the Customer Call Center by dialing 3-1-1 or using the free mobile app. Monitor these channels for updates regarding any delayed business hours or closures.
For more information, media representatives can contact Public Information Manager Robert Gonzales at 361-826-3233 or robertg8@cctexas.com.