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Even if you don’t see snow, metro Atlanta is going to have several days of freezing temps

By Scott Flynn, WSBTV.com
By Scott Flynn, WSBTV.com

ATLANTA — As winter weather heads our way, Severe Weather Team 2 is warning that regardless if you see snow or not, we are still going to have several days of freezing temperatures.

“We’re in the middle of this long-duration freeze where temperatures stay at or below freezing with the exception of just a few hours in the afternoon,” Severe Weather Team 2 Chief Meteorologist Brad Nitz said.

This extended period of freezing temperatures allows water in exposed pipes to freeze.

When water inside those pipes freezes, it expands causing pipes to burst. So it’s important to prepare your pipes ahead of time.

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How to unfreeze or thaw frozen pipes:

  • First, you will want to open the faucet of the pipe because flowing water can help the ice melt faster, according to Home Depot.
  • Exposed pipes: You will want to heat the source, which you can do with a heating pad, hair dryer, heated and damp towels or a space heater.
  • Enclosed pipes: Turn the heat on in your house.
  • It is not recommended to use extreme heat or open flames to thaw a pipe, Home Depot said.

How to repair a burst pipe, according to Lowe’s:

  • Step 1: Turn off power nearby.
  • Step 2: Turn off the water.
  • Step 3: Turn off hot water.
  • Step 4: Drain the water.
  • Step 5: Make temporary repairs.
  • Step 6: Reach out to a professional for assistance.

How to prevent frozen pipes:

  • Before a storm or the colder months, look for any cracks or openings and seal them.
  • Use a weather strip and caulk around basement windows or crawl space doors, according to Lowe’s.
  • Make sure to insulate your house to keep it warm during the cold months.
  • Use pipe wrap insulation to insulate unprotected pipes, Lowe’s suggests. You can also install pipe heat cables.
  • Install storm windows or replace old windows.

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