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Kansas City, Missouri – Winter officially arrives in Missouri on Sunday with the winter solstice, and persistent cold is raising concerns about home damage across the state, especially in the Kansas City metro. As temperatures remain low, homeowners are being urged to take immediate steps to protect plumbing and heating systems before problems start.
According to the National Weather Service, extended cold increases the likelihood of frozen and burst pipes, particularly in homes with uninsulated plumbing in garages, basements, crawl spaces, and exterior walls. Emergency managers say many winter-related insurance claims stem from preventable pipe failures during overnight freezes…