Arctic cold front to bring record lows this week
An arctic air mass heads for southeast Texas bringing the coldest weather in years. Temp drops from upper 20s tonight toward daytime highs near freezing and overnight lows in the low 20s through the weekend. Rain and a touch of sleet possible ahead of the front, with no significant accumulation expected. Officials urge residents to check on elders, protect pets, and stay warm.
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Weather Service
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Cold increases fire risks in winter heating
From staff reports baytown fire department warns residents about dangers of alternative heating methods such as fireplaces and space heaters. Battalion Chief Derrick Gaskin notes open flames and kerosene heaters burn inefficiently and emit carbon monoxide, raising risk of fires and poisonings during winter. The notice urges staying indoors when possible and dressing warmly when venturing out.
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Baytown
Tax office pushes online services at town hall meetings
Harris County Tax Office promotes Internet options to replace in person visits. Precinct 2 meeting Jan 20 from 7 to 9 pm at 13828 Corpus Christi St Leon Grayson Community Center Baldree building. Commissioner Sylvia Garcia aide attends. Leo Vasquez urges online business with the office.
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Corpus Christi St
Leon Grayson
Baldree
Sylvia Garcia
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Mark — Seagars
Leo Vasquez
Garcia to host biennial town hall meetings
Harris County Commissioner Sylvia Garcia will hold five regional town halls for Precinct 2 voters to voice concerns. Each meeting targets local needs with county department representatives available for questions. Baytown event is tentatively set for April 8 at Highlands Community Center.
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Baytown
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Robbery targets pizza driver. car and cash stolen
An 18 year old Baytown pizza delivery worker was robbed at Inverness Apartments around 10 45 p m Sunday night. Investigators say three black males, one armed with a short barrel shotgun, demanded the pizza money and searched his pockets. The victim fled back to the Pizza Hut and police recovered no vehicle by Monday morning.
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Baytown
Inverness Apartments
North Pruett
Decker Drive
Roger Clifford
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