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Texas Governor Declares Emergency as Severe Winter Storm Approaches

1/21/2026

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of emergency as severe winter weather is set to impact most of the state starting Thursday.
The Texas Division of Emergency Management has activated to respond to potential hazards and coordinate the response, and officials urge residents to insulate pipes.
In Houston, freezing rain and ice are forecast, with accumulations possibly reaching a quarter of an inch, causing travel disruptions and power outages.

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of emergency as severe winter weather is set to impact most of the state starting Thursday.
The Texas Division of Emergency Management has activated to respond to potential hazards and coordinate the response, and officials urge residents to insulate pipes.
In Houston, freezing rain and ice are forecast, with accumulations possibly reaching a quarter of an inch, causing travel disruptions and power outages.