AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered the Texas Division of Emergency Management this week to increase the readiness of the State Operations Center ahead of winter weather that is expected to impact large portions of Texas into the weekend.
According to the Governor, light snow is expected in the Panhandle, and wintry mix is anticipated in portions of Central and South Texas beginning Thursday into Friday. In addition, parts of Southeast Texas could see light wintry mix with minor travel impacts. Extremely cold wind chill temperatures will be experienced nearly state wide on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday mornings. Caution is urged on roads that may become difficult to drive.
“The State of Texas is prepared to address severe winter weather in the coming days and will provide all necessary resources needed to respond,” said Governor Abbott. “As we continue to monitor weather conditions, Texans are encouraged to heed the guidance of local officials and stay mindful of changing weather conditions to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.”
In North Texas, it’s the bitter cold that is cause for concern. Wind chills are expected in the teens on Friday and Saturday. The temperatures are expected to warm into the 40’s by Sunday.
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