polar vortex, Texas

The polar vortex sets its sights on Texas and neighboring states, with snow expected
Texas is preparing for severe winter weather. An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the possible arrival of freezing rain and snow even as some other parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week began to shake off its icy effects.
The polar vortex readies to dump snow on Texas and its neighbors
The polar vortex of ultra-cold air usually spins around the North Pole, but it sometimes ventures south into the U.S., Europe and Asia. Some experts say such cold air outbreaks are happening more frequently, paradoxically, because of a warming world.
What’s in store as the polar vortex hits Texas this week
A polar vortex is bringing freezing temperatures to Texas this week, with a couple of rounds of precipitation that could cause issues on untreated roads.
Will it snow in Texas? Polar vortex brings freezing temps, precipitation later in week
Storm Blair has hit most of the U.S., bringing freezing temperatures to Texas. Precipitation later this week could mean snow for some areas.
Polar vortex could bring snow to Central Texas this week
Our chilly weather could bring freezing rain and snow to parts of the Hill Country and I-35 corridor, local forecasters say. Why it matters: A polar vortex hauling arctic air from Canada down across the U.
Texas Map Shows Counties Set to Freeze When Polar Vortex Hits
According to a forecast map by Pivotal Weather, based on data from the European Center for Medium-range Weather Forecasts, the vast majority of the state could see wind chills below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Some of the coldest wind chills are forecast for the Texas panhandle and northeastern parts of the state.
Polar vortex could send Texas temperatures plunging next week as ERCOT prepares
A low-pressure system hovering over the U.S. will summon Arctic air into lower latitudes. The extent of the cold snap’s effect on Texas will become clear later this week.
Snow, freezing rain ahead for North Texas as winter storm approaches
Our first winter storm watch of the season is in effect for Wednesday night through Friday afternoon. Current thinking is that the best chance of accumulating snow will be along our Red River counties and into the northern parts of Wise,
Texas Polar Vortex Forecast: Winter Freeze to Strike Parts of State
The National Weather Service is predicting below average temperatures across the Lone Star State in the early new year.
Will liquor stores close because of snow in North Texas? Here’s what to expect
It is very rare for liquor stores to be closed, unless it’s a Sunday or select holiday. This week, snow is no exception for Fort Worth liquor stores. The Star-Telegram confirmed with five local stores that they plan to be open despite the winter storm Fort Worth will experience Wednesday,
Second winter storm threatens parts of Texas with heavy snow, ice beginning Wednesday
Another winter storm will develop over Texas later this week, bringing potentially historical snowfall and icy conditions to some areas.
Polar vortex to hit Texas with arctic air starting Monday. 4 maps show how cold it'll get
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The polar vortex brings its bitter cold to the Southern US
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Will polar vortex hit Texas on NYE? Temps will drop, but freezing weather coming next week
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All lower 48 states to dip below freezing Tuesday as polar vortex blasts coast-to-coast
Parts of all states in the lower 48 woke up to subfreezing temperatures Tuesday due to a weather pattern that will keep ...
Why some Texas homes can’t handle freezing temperatures
Texas didn’t adopt a mandatory statewide energy code until 2001, meaning homes built before this timeframe may be ...
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As bitter cold sweeps through Texas, ERCOT says the power grid is stable
The state’s electric grid operator issued a weather watch until Friday but says it doesn’t expect power disruptions as demand ...
Texas Standard2d
The polar vortex is causing energy prices to spike
The increased energy demand nationwide has caused natural gas prices to spike, and according to energy analyst Matt Smith of ...
Prolonged chill across Central Texas this week; potential for winter weather incoming Thursday
Models are starting to indicate the possibility of a cold rain or wintry mix in portions of Central Texas later this week.