North Texas Braces for Major Winter Storm Impacting Travel
North Texas Braces for Major Winter Storm Impacting Travel
US · Published Jan 24, 2026
North Texas braces for a major winter storm, with freezing rain and sleet expected to create hazardous travel conditions.
Dallas opens Fair Park as an emergency shelter, and TxDOT pre-treats roads to combat ice formation.
AAA advises drivers to prepare vehicles and reduce speed, while officials warn of carbon monoxide risks.
Winter storm to impact North Texas travel
North Texas is preparing for a significant winter storm expected to impact travel across the region. A massive winter system spanning over 2,000 miles is bringing freezing rain and sleet, creating dangerous conditions on roadways throughout the weekend. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued a weather watch, although current projections indicate the power grid should remain stable.
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