Winter Storm, Texas
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Officials don't expect widespread power outages, though Texans could still see local power outages if ice or falling tree branches knock out power lines.
Freezing rain, not snow, could pose the biggest risk for Houston as arctic air moves in this weekend. See timing, model trends and what to expect.
ERCOT, which operates the Texas power grid, has issued an advisory for "extreme cold weather" in Texas. TEXAS, USA — The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued an advisory for "extreme cold weather" ahead of the expected winter storm in Texas this weekend.
ABC13 Houston on MSN
Will the Texas power grid hold up during winter weather? ERCOT says yes
As the threat of serious winter weather looms, many are wondering if the power grid can handle it. ERCOT told ABC13 that, based on current forecasts, the answer is yes.
FOX 26 Houston on MSN
Ted Cruz returns to Texas ahead of winter storm: 'Sunshine, rainbows & unicorns'
The post on social media came after an uproar online by people accusing the senator of fleeing the state in an apparent repeat of the 2021 winter catastrophe.
What to do if you're feeling overwhelmed by the forecast.
The Texas power grid system, which failed during a previous winter storm, could be put to the test this weekend as the region faces subfreezing temperatures and dangerous wind chills.