WINTER BLAST BLOG: Weather conditions and impacts across Central Texas

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28

Bosque County road conditions update:

Robinson police share conditions update:

Overnight update from Copperas Cove:

TUESDAY, JANUARY 27

Central Bell County Fire and Rescue assistant chief rescues an injured owl, 7:14 p.m.:

Waco Police officers help get a Waco city bus unstuck from iced out roads, 6:29 p.m.:

A check on road conditions in McLennan County in the 25 News Storm Wrangler, 4:20 p.m.:

Burleson County power outage, 4:11 p.m.:
Burleson County said it is aware of approximately 650 individuals experiencing power outages at this time.

The county said there is damage to lines running near the railroad tracks off of SH-36 North of town has occurred.

Bluebonnet is aware and is actively working on repairs to restore power at this time.

City of Killeen road update, 3:45 p.m.:
Chaparral Road has reopened after being closed due to a six-vehicle pileup caused by icy road conditions.

Forecast update from Meteorologist Matt Hines:

City of Holland trash and recycling collection update, 3:22 p.m.:
Due to extended winter weather and icy road conditions, trash service for the City of Holland will be delayed until Monday, Feb. 2.

Recycling service will also be delayed until Monday, as this is an off-cycle service week.

To help residents with excess household trash, ACDI will deliver an open-top roll-off dumpster to the City Utility Yard on Wednesday morning.

Important notes:

• The dumpster is for bagged household garbage only
• No bulk items or non-household waste
• The Utility Yard will be open Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Utility Yard is located on the corner of S Austin and Crockett

This service is for City of Holland residents only.

Otter enjoys the snow at Cameron Park Zoo:

Brazos County terminates disaster declaration, 1:11 p.m.:
As the recent inclement weather event has ended, Judge Peters has terminated the Disaster Declaration for Brazos County.

Hearne warming center update:
The Warming Station at the Teal Center located at 1302 Milton St. in Hearne will remain open through Wednesday, January 28, 2026, until 12:00pm (noon).

Copperas Cove trash collection update, 11:58 a.m.:

Woodway road conditions update, 11:47 a.m.:

Bell County Public Health closed Tuesday, 11:45 a.m.:
After evaluating ice accumulation and travel conditions throughout Bell County, all BCPHD offices will remain closed Tuesday, Jan. 27.

City of Temple gives update on closures, city services, 11:35 a.m.:
Temple Parks & Recreation facilities will remain closed Tuesday, Jan. 27 due to the icy road conditions.

Bosque County Sheriff's Office updates on road conditions, 11 a.m.:
"The temperature has now risen above the freezing point. This DOES NOT mean that roadways are clear and safe. In fact, melting ice creates water on top of ice, which only increases the slippery surface.

Please give the warmer temperatures time to fully melt ice and snow before attempting to drive.

Also, be aware that freezing temperatures will return this evening which will refreeze the moisture creating more ice.

We are advising against travel at this time."

Marlin water plant update, 10:31 a.m.:

Clifton police share conditions update, 10 a.m.:

Power outages reported in Bartlett, 9:55 a.m.:

Killeen police department road conditions update, 9:20 a.m.:

Copperas Cove police share condition update, 9:15 a.m.:

City of Temple shares pipe warning:

Temple Library Closure:
Due to icy road conditions near the Temple Public Library, the facility will remain closed today.

Fort Hood closed Tuesday:

City of Hewitt road conditions, 8:23 a.m.:

Traffic conditions at 8:15 a.m.:

Tuesday forecast from Melissa:

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Lorena police say roads are still hazardous, 8 a.m.:

Village of Salado delays opening, 8 a.m.:

Bosque County Sheriff's Office update:

Robinson Police share conditions update, 7:10 a.m.:
Smaller roads are icy this morning. It is advisable to delay travel by a few hours this morning to let the sun do its work.

Teague VFD reports crash involving TxDOT truck:

Coryell County Sheriff's Office road update:

HEB locations open at 8 a.m.:

• Belton
• Waco
• Temple
• Harker Heights
• Killeen
• Copperas Cove

Bobby shares what else is open:

Checking in on some Central Texas favorites after the winter storm

Woodway roads are ice, 6:50 a.m.:

Bell county conditions update, 6:30 a.m.:
You may be traveling on what looks like dry pavement and suddenly encounter black ice with little warning.

Milam County Commissioners Court rescheduled:

Marlin water woes, 1:00 a.m.:

MONDAY, JANUARY 26

Click here for a list of school closures and delays due to weather and road conditions.

Bell County update, 6:41 p.m.:
Due to dangerous road conditions, Bell County offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 27.

Comparing accident statistics over the last three days with the same period last week shows just how dangerous road conditions have been. While last week was a holiday weekend, leading to increased traffic, this weekend streets have looked practically empty.

However, both traffic accidents and motorist assists, vehicles that have been abandoned or have slid from roadways) have been significantly higher this week.

For this reason, the Bell County Office of Emergency Management continues to ask that residents stay safe and off the roads.

Waco Fire Department responds during winter weather, 6:15 p.m.:
In the past few days, Waco firefighters have faced an intense stretch of calls through winter weather.

Freezing death investigation in Killeen, 5:45 p.m.:
A woman was found dead early Sunday morning in Killeen, with police investigating whether the death may be weather-related as the area experiences extremely cold temperatures.

Woodway road conditions update, 5:30 p.m.:

Bosque County road conditions update, 5:30 p.m.:
The Bosque County Sheriff's Office says it it has had multiple occupied vehicles stuck on roadways due to ice. Deputies have been working to assist them in getting safely off the roadway.

"Road conditions are extremely hazardous and expected to worsen through the evening and night. At this time, due to these conditions, we strongly urging everyone to stay off the roadways."

Highway 7 reopens in Leon County, 5:11 p.m.:

Crash on northbound Interstate 35 in Waco, 5:03 p.m.:
A multi-vehicle crash in Waco is causing delays on northbound Interstate 35 Monday evening.

Waco Police are on scene, saying the icy road conditions is a cause. No major injuries have been reported.

City of Waco closure update, 4:58 p.m.:
The city will again be closed tomorrow for non-essential services.

Live from the 25 News Storm Wrangler in Waco 4:43 p.m.:

Harker Heights update for Tuesday, 3:19 p.m.:
The city said a temporary closure of non-essential offices continues until noon on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Emergency services, as well as the Streets and Water Departments, will remain fully operational to ensure public safety and continuity of critical services.

The VFW/City of Harker Heights Warming Center, located at 201 VFW Drive, will remain open to serve those in need.

Road conditions update in Copperas Cove, 3:15 p.m.:

The HOP services suspended on Tuesday:

Changes for Tuesday in Hill County:

Taking a drive with Meteorologist Matt Hines on his commute:

Clifton ISD sports changes:
All HS basketball games vs West for Tuesday have been rescheduled for Wednesday at same times and location.

Clifton police warn of Tuesday morning ice:

City of Marlin warns of impending water leaks:
Due to the prolonged subfreezing temperatures, we may experience periodic water leaks over the next several days. Please call the Marlin PD dispatch office at (254) 883-9255 to report possible water leaks.

Residents, business owners in Bell County can report winter weather damage, 12:50 p.m.:
Residents and business owners in Bell County who experience property damage from the recent winter weather are encouraged to report damages to the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Click here for the damage assessment survey.

City of Temple update, 12:29 p.m.:
City of Temple facilities will reopen at noon on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Garbage and Recycling Collection Reminder
Monday & Tuesday solid waste collections will be delayed:

• Monday collections → Tuesday starting at noon
• Tuesday collections → Tuesday starting at noon
• Wednesday collections → Wednesday (Place cans by 7 a.m.)
• Thursday collections → Thursday (Place cans by 7 a.m.)
• Friday collections → Friday (Place cans by 7 a.m.)

Shepherd's Heart of Waco food pantry distribution canceled on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 12:24 p.m.:

25 News' Storm Wrangler on the move in McLennan County to check on road conditions, 12:20 p.m.:

Icy road rescue in Milam County, 12:19 p.m.:
Milam County Fire Marshals worked a five-car pile up on FM 487 earlier Monday morning, in partnership with City of Rockdale Police, Public Works, and Fire Department. Milam County Public Safety and Public Works.

Neighbor helps out Lorena PD officer and sheriff deputy that were stuck in the ice, 12:16 p.m.:
While responding to an EMS call this morning, a Lorena Police Department unit and McLennan County Sheriff's Office unit got stuck in the ice. But a nearby resident came to their aid and helped pull them out of the ice.

Update on road conditions in Hillsboro, 12:11 p.m.:
The city said roads are under a thick layer of ice and crews have sanded primary areas again on Monday but are still slick; please avoid driving as much as possible.

Gatesville passing closure, 11:55 a.m.:

Icy road conditions in Leon County, 11:46 a.m.:
Below are photos of road conditions on Hwy 7 between Robbins and Marquez.

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Road conditions, closures in Bellmead, 11:39 a.m.:
The Bellmead Police Department urges motorists to avoid Hogan Lane due to the current road conditions.

Bellmead Police Department

Officers have already assisted several motorists as conditions continue to create unsafe driving situations.

• Avoid travel unless absolutely necessary

• Slow down and drive with caution if travel is necessary

Whitney ISD Superintendent shares a message, 11:37 a.m.:

Road conditions in Hearne, 11:16 a.m.:
The Hearne Police Department says city streets remain extremely icy.

"Please avoid travel if possible, and use extreme caution if driving is necessary. Hills and bridges are especially dangerous and should be avoided."

City officials will continue to monitor conditions and provide updates as new information becomes available.

Road conditions in Belton, 11:08 a.m.
Belton PD said road conditions on Lake Rd. between FM 2271 and Red Rock continue to be hazardous with vehicles sliding off the roadway.

Seek an alternative route or delay errands until after the roads improve.

Road conditions in Burleson County, 11:05 a.m.:

Road conditions in Woodway, 11:04 a.m.:

Low water pressure in Lacy Lakeview, 11 a.m.:
The city said it is aware of the low water pressure that residents are experiencing. The city said crews are working on it.

A look over Waco, 11 a.m.:

Road closure in Coryell County, 10:53 a.m.:

Bell County assisting motorists, traffic crashes, 10:47 a.m.:
This weekend, the roads look deserted, and still the number of traffic accidents and disabled vehicles stuck or slid off the roadway is significantly higher, Bell County said advising drivers to stay off the roads.

Elm-Mott Volunteer Fire & Rescue say Spring Lake Road is a no-go, 10:40 a.m.:
Spring Lake Road is currently a sheet of ice and is extremely dangerous for driving.

Robertson County Emergency Management shares road update, 10:30 a.m.:
Please continue to use caution if you have to be on the roads. All FM roads in the county are still reported as thick ice and slick. TXDOT is out in force blading the ice off the roads, but they’re stretched thin.

A refreeze? We're not in the clear yet.

Lorena police share road crew update:
Thanks, AJ!

Milam County crashes on Monday, 10 a.m.:

Woodway Police share road closure update, 10 a.m.:
We have had to shut down N. Woodway Dr. from the 7800 block to the 8800 block.

Robinson VFD shares conditions update, 9:50 a.m.:
Despite the pretty blue skies, roadways across the area remain icy and dangerous due to the severe cold temperatures.

Holland cancels Tuesday court hearings:
Due to icy conditions and unsafe travel, the Holland Municipal Court of Record will be canceling all court hearings scheduled for Tuesday, January 27.

Killeen airport update, 9:30 a.m.:
Due to ongoing icy conditions, air travel at Killeen Regional Airport remains impacted, and American Airlines flights are canceled through Monday, Jan. 26.

Aggie Park still showing snow and ice on Monday, 9:30 a.m.:

Road closure still in place in Killeen, 9:15 a.m.:
The City of Killeen has closed Chaparral Road following a six-vehicle pileup that occurred late Sunday night amid hazardous icy road conditions.

Marlin police departments shares conditions update, 9 a.m.:

City of Hewitt shares conditions update, 9:00 a.m.:

The Brazos Valley is seeing a thaw with the sun up:

Clifton police share 8:50 a.m. update:

Bell County wants to know if you experienced any damage during the winter weather:

Lorena Police share road conditions update:

Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center is adjusting operations:

Cameron Park Zoo closed Monday:

Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network offices closed Monday, 8 a.m.:
Due to hazardous road conditions, HOTBHN offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 26.

Waco warming shelter reminder:
These warming centers will be in operation through 11:00 am on Tuesday, January 27th.

• Waco Multi-Purpose Facility (1020 Elm Ave)
• Dewey Community Center (925 N. 9th St.)
• St. Alban's Episcopal Church (305 N. 30th St.)

City of West conditions update:
"Roads are terrible."

TxDOT Waco shares road conditions update, 7:45 a.m.:
Travel will be slick and hazardous as icy conditions are still present on roads.

K9 Jessie with Texas A&M University police doesn't like the conditions either.

Regional road conditions check, 7:40 a.m.:
Yes the sun is up, but temperatures will keep roads covered with ice.

Bell County Sheriff's Office shares road conditions, 7:15 a.m.:
Highways and roadways across the county remain covered in ice. The Bell County Sheriff’s Office strongly encourages all citizens to remain off the roads unless travel is absolutely necessary.

Pipes are at risk as temperatures fluctuate this week. 25 News' Allison Hill shares what to look for to avoid water damage.

'They had no idea what to look for': Hidden home damage may linger after winter weather

Read the story here: https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/they-had-no-idea-what-to-look-for-hidden-home-damage-may-linger-after-winter-weather

Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department issues condition notice, 7 a.m.:
"The roads are still, if not more, treacherous this morning."

Oncor update:
As of 6:30 a.m. Monday, less than 10,000 customers are without power across Oncor’s entire service area.
More than 10,000 Oncor and contractor damage evaluators, lineworkers, tree trimming crew members and other restoration personnel are continuing response efforts. Crews are continuing to respond to outages in 16-hour, rotating shifts.

You can find outage maps for energy providers in Central Texas here: https://www.kxxv.com/news/local-news/in-your-neighborhood/lights-out-power-outage-maps-and-reporting-information

Closure notice issued for the Waco-McLennan County Public Health District:

Sun begins to rise in Central Texas, 6:55 a.m.:

HEB locations open at 9 a.m. on Monday:

• Belton
• Waco
• Temple
• Marlin
• Corsicana
• Harker Heights
• Gatesville
• Mexia
• Killeen
• Copperas Cove
  

Bosque County Sheriff's Office shared road condition update:
Monday 6:45AM Road Conditions
Deputies report that road conditions remain hazardous. Travel is not recommended.

Your morning forecast:

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Woodway Public Safety closes portion of Bosque, 6:35 a.m.:

Advice from Beverly Hills PD, 6:30 a.m.:
Weather Alert:
If you only have liability insurance PLEASE stay off of the road.
This is a full coverage insurance kinda day.

Marble Falls police share road conditions update, 6:25 a.m.:

Watch Good Morning Texas for the latest on weather conditions and impacts.
You can watch it online here until 7 a.m.

We're keeping a close eye on the power grid Monday morning:

It feels like single digits outside to start Monday:

... but there is hope ahead:

Bell and McLennan County road conditions check, 6:00 a.m.:

Copperas Cove police share road condition notice, 5:45 a.m.:
(There's a reason schools closed for Monday — and it's this)

Beverly Hills Police Department says, "Conditions are worse today than they were last night.", 5:30 a.m.:

SUNDAY, JANUARY 25

School districts are canceling classes Monday — including Waco ISD . See the list here.

City of Marlin closures 8:22 p.m.:
Out of an abundance of caution, Marlin City Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26.

The city will tentatively reopen at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

TxDOT evening update, 7:53 p.m.:
Overnight tonight, crews will be conducting de-icing operations, focusing primarily on I-35, I-14, I-35W and I-35E.

Water leak in City of San Saba, 7:28 p.m.:
Due to a major water leak in a pipe that feeds a storage tank, the City of San Saba Water Department has limited ability to fill the tank.

At this time, the water department is in the process of repairing the leak. The city asks that you conserve water for only essential purposes until further notice.

Two traffic crashes on Highway 79 in Leon County, 7:07 p.m.:
Leon County Emergency Management said there were two traffic crashes that involved vehicles off the roadway; both were both on Highway 79 just after 7 p.m. on Sunday.

The first was in Jewett near Leon High School. The second, was in Buffalo in the 400 block of East Highway 79.

"Please Don't Drive in this," LCEM said on Facebook.

City of Lacy Lakeview offices closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 6:49 p.m.

Morgan's Point Resort city closure notice, 6:30 p.m.

A look outside from our network of Cen-Tex Roof Systems cameras in Waco, Harker Heights, Killeen and Bryan, 6 p.m.:

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Oncor power restoration update across Texas, 6 p.m.:
Oncor says its crews continue working across the state.

As of 6 p.m., around 19,000 customers were without power across Oncor's service territory in Texas.

"Outage numbers have fluctuated throughout the day as restorations have been completed and new outages have occurred. This is typical for winter weather events, where new outages may be caused by ice coated power lines, equipment stressed from cold temperatures, or ice-covered trees breaking and falling into lines. While estimated times of restoration are not available in all locations, restoration teams are continuing to respond to outages in 16-hour, rotating shifts."

Click here to view outage maps.

City of Copperas Cove facilities closed Monday, Jan. 26, 6 p.m.:

City of Robinson closure notice on Monday, Jan. 26, 5:46 p.m.:
Robinson City Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26 due to the recent winter weather and dangerous road conditions.

Radar update from Chief Meteorologist Matt Hines, 5:41 p.m.:
In the expert words of Matt Hines, "VERY COLD TONIGHT"

25 News' Chantale Belefanti hits the road in the Storm Wrangler to check on road conditions in Waco, 5:20 p.m.:

Killeen city offices closed Monday, Jan. 26, 4:45 p.m.:
The city expects to resume normal operations on Tuesday, Jan. 27.

Waco Family Medicine offices closed Monday, Jan. 26, 4:44 p.m.
All Waco Family Medicine clinic will be closed Monday due to inclement weather.

Patients with scheduled appointments will be contacted to reschedule.

Representative Brad Buckley gives an update on power and school closures, 4:30 p.m.:

Bell County offices closed Monday Jan. 26, 4:25 p.m.:
Bell County offices will be closed Monday due to winter weather and icy road conditions. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Jan. 27 and return to normal hours of operation.

Road conditions in College Station, 4:06 p.m.:
CSPD says officers have helped multiple people that were stuck in the ditch along Highway 6, a 16-year-old was driving reckless and returned to the parents, and ice continues covering the roadways.

Baylor Scott and White Bellmead PCP changes to virtual-only on Monday, Jan. 26, 4:05 p.m.:
Baylor Scott & White sent a message to patient that due to inclement weather conditions, the Bellmead PCP providers will be operating as virtual-only visits at the clinic on Monday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

City of College Station offices and facilities closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 3:55 p.m.:
Solid waste and recycling collections are pushed back one day through the end of the week.

Fort Hood closure extended through Monday, Jan. 26, 3:47 p.m.:
The Fort Hood Senior Commander announced it's extended the closure of Fort Hood through Monday due to inclement weather and freezing temperatures.

Both commissaries on post will be closed. For the latest Commissary hours, visit Clear Creek Commissary or call 254-406-9000, or Warrior Way Commissary or call 254-683-6250.

Waco city offices closed Monday, 3:24 p.m.:
City of Waco non-essential services will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26 due to the severe winter weather.

The Waco Regional Airport is also closed for the remainder of Sunday, and will be later determined Monday's schedule.

Updated trash pickup for City of Waco customers:

• Monday, Jan 26 Pickups: Your gray trash carts and green yard waste carts will instead be collected on Wednesday, Jan. 28.
• Tuesday, Jan 27 Pickups: Collection will take place on your regularly scheduled day. Crews may have a late start. Please ensure your carts are out and ready for pickup.

Brazos County offices closure, 3:24 p.m.:
Brazos County Judge Duane Peters signed off on the closure of county offices on Monday, Jan. 26 for non-essential personnel due to inclement weather.

A look outside in Waco and how the roads are with our Madison Myers, 3:23 p.m.:

Closure of non-essential city services in Harker Heights on Monday, Jan. 26, 3:18 p.m.:

Emergency services, Streets and Water Departments, will remain fully operational to ensure public safety and continuity of critical services.

The VFW/City of Harker Heights Warming Center, located at 201 VFW Drive, will remain open.

Additionally, Waste Management has suspended household garbage collection for Monday. Missed collections will be rescheduled and completed later this week.

Gov. Greg Abbott adds more counties to Texas Disaster Declaration for Winter Storm, 3 p.m.:

Gov. Abbott amended the state's disaster declaration, bringing the total number of counties on the list to 219, including Bell, McLennan, Brazos, Coryell, Lampasas, and several other Central Texas counties.

The governor said there are more than 10,900 state responders, more than 4,900 vehicles, and pieces of equipment, and more than 15 state agencies responding to the winter storm.

Killeen police share live update, 2:00 p.m.:

Josh Johns shares road conditions in Robinson, 1:20 p.m.:

Woodway Public Safety road conditions update, 1:10 p.m.:
Avoid Bosque and Delhi entirely if possible. Almost every vehicle trying to navigate Bosque Blvd right now is getting stuck.

It looks like this whole neighborhood is participating.

"Anything but a sled" - Texas style.

Josh Johns shares a conditions update, 12:00 p.m.:

Copperas Cove traffic update, 11:45 a.m.:
The traffic light is out at Georgetown Rd and Business 190

Waco's Mayor shares conditions update, 11:00 a.m.:

Waco opens a third warming center due to freezing conditions:
• Waco Multi-Purpose Facility (1020 Elm Ave)
• Dewey Community Center (925 N. 9th St.)
• St. Alban's Episcopal Church (305 N. 30th St.)

Killeen airport update, 10:45 a.m.:
American Airlines canceled all flights to and from Killeen Regional Airport today.

Spotty outages remain for Oncor customers in Central Texas, 10:30 a.m.:

At least someone seems to be enjoying the weather.

This looks pretty, Salado. But it makes travel dangerous.

Aerial view of Robinson on Sunday morning:

Killeen road conditions update, 9:45 a.m.:

Maybe avoid the pool today, Matt.

Regional road conditions, 9:45 a.m.:

Marble Falls police share Sunday road closures, 9:30 a.m.

• 800 Blk Ave L
• Mission Hill between Bluebonnet and Ave K
• Marble Heights
• Nature Heights
• Rocky Rd at W FM 2147

Campus update from Texas A&M Police, 9:20 a.m.:

A few drivers braving the slick roads in Harker Heights.
(Don't be one of them if you can avoid it!)

The picture shows how Bryan feels. It's cold, y'all.

City of Hewitt road conditions update, 9:05 a.m.:
"We don’t expect road conditions to improve"

Oncor power outages update, 9:00 a.m.:
Bell - 902
Hill - 111
McLennan - 163

City of Belton, 8:50 a.m.:

Texas A&M Forest Service shares response update, 8:45 a.m.:

More than 260 personnel are currently mobilized to help across impacted areas.

Copperas Cove police update, 8:45 a.m.:
"The entire city has been impacted."

Lorena Police share road conditions update, 8:40 a.m.:

Powerlines down in West, 8:35 a.m.:

Regional road conditions, 8:30 a.m.:

Grimes County Emergency Management update, 8:20 a.m.:

College Station police update, 8:15 a.m.:
"EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS"

Woodway encourages residents to stay home, 8:15 a.m.:

TxDOT-Waco shares conditions update, 8:00 a.m.:

Check on road conditions across the region, 7:45 a.m.:

Fort Hood closure on Sunday:
Fort Hood officials have closed the post Sunday, Jan. 25 due to inclement weather. Fort Hood will be closed for the remainder of the day. Only mission essential personnel should report for the duty.

... and it's not hard to see why:

Waco police share conditions update, 7:30 a.m.:
Moisture + freezing temps = snow and ice

Robinson VFD shares road conditions update, 7:25 a.m:

ERCOT shows demand is not outpacing capacity, 7:15 a.m.:

Groesbeck police share road conditions update, 6:50 a.m.:

Aggie Park in College Station looks a little icy to start Sunday, 6:50 a.m.:

... and the site of the Aplin Center:

TxDOT traffic conditions update, 6:45 a.m.:
(Yeah, it's all snow and ice.)

Oncor shares system update, 6:40 a.m.:

Lorena Police share road conditions update, 6:30 a.m.:

What does it looks like in your neighborhood?
Share your images with us.

HEB hours reminder:
Several stores have adjusted hours due to the winter weather.

Sunday, January 25 - Open at 8 a.m. 

• Belton
• Waco
• Temple
• Marlin
• Corsicana
• Harker Heights
• Gatesville
• Mexia
• Killeen
• Copperas Cove
  

Power outages as of 6:05 a.m.:
Oncor - Limestone County, 63 outages
Entergy - Grimes County, 15 outages
BTU - Brazos County, 689 outages
Burleson County, 16 outages

Across Central Texas and the Brazos Valley, 6 a.m.:

Beverly Hills Police share road conditions update, 5:50 a.m.:
Overnight, our area received approximately one inch of sleet, and roadways are now iced over.
Travel is not advised.
Conditions are hazardous, and everyone is strongly urged to stay home.
Temperatures are expected to remain in the 20s throughout the day, which means little to no improvement in road conditions.

Road conditions update, 5:35 a.m.
If you needed any other encouragement to stay off the roads, here it is.

Copperas Cove Police update, 4:30 a.m.:

College Station crash update, 1:00 a.m.:
Vehicle rolled into an apartment building.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 24

College Station Police Department works two major crashes, icy road conditions, 10:30 p.m.:

25 News' Storm Wrangler checks on real-time road conditions in Central Texas, 9:55 p.m.:

Donations to local Bell County fire department, 9:25 p.m.:
Central Bell County Fire Rescue received a large donation from a Lowe's Home Improvement of Killeen, including water, four new chainsaws to help clear roadways, a diesel heater, and other essential items.

McGregor VFD responds to vehicle crash, icy road conditions, 8:55 p.m.:

The McGregor Volunteer Fire Department responded to Highway 84 and Harris Creek for a vehicle that crashed into the median and involved injuries.

"MVFD and McGregor PD are ice skating around Hwy 84 trying to clear the roadway of debris," McGregor VFD said in a Facebook post, warning of the ice on the roads.

Temple road conditions update, 8:50 p.m.:
The city of Temple said crews are continuing to sand major intersections and overpasses, and placing barricades in area that have become hazardous to drive on.

Emergency cold-weather operations extended in Central Texas, 8:44 p.m.:

The Youth Peace and Justice Foundation (YPJF) announced it is extending its emergency cold-weather operations through Sunday night as Arctic conditions continue across Central Texas.

In response to prolonged freezing temperatures, the Foundation has activated mobile street teams and expanded service coverage to Temple, Killeen and Waco.

Volunteer teams are conducting mobile outreach throughout the weekend, delivering food, water, blankets and emergency survival supplies directly to vulnerable youth and families.

YPJF is also providing limited emergency financial assistance to help offset immediate weather-related needs, including hot meals and short-term motel lodging for individuals with medical or safety concerns.

Call for Donations - Phone: (254) 499-8027 (24 HOURS)
To sustain expanded mobile operations and emergency aid, the Foundation is seeking community support in the following areas:

Physical donations:
• Blankets
• Winter jackets (all sizes)
• Gloves

Financial support:
• Funding for food gift cards
• Emergency motel placements

To donate financially:
Click here to donate via PayPal.

How to Request Assistance
Individuals and families in need of temporary shelter support, mobile supply delivery or emergency financial aid are encouraged to contact the Foundation immediately.

Hill County power outages, 8:21 p.m.:
A power outage is being reported in the Hubbard, Coolidge and Mount Calm areas that is affecting approximately 1,100 customer's meters.

There has been no given time of restoration from the Navasota Valley Electric Co-Op.

The Hubbard VFD has a warming center open at the VFD located at 116 N Magnolia.

At-home experiments with our Chantale Belefanti, 8:05 p.m.:

Power outage in McGregor, 7:51 p.m.:
Reported power outage on the east side of town, leaving several streets without power.

Oncor said power should be restored by 11 p.m.

Aggieland Safari animal update, 7:41 p.m.:

Road closures in Waco, 7:38 p.m.:
Multiple road closures going into effect Saturday at 9 p.m. in Waco:

Evening forecast update with our 25 News weather experts, 6:30 p.m.:

Update from Chief Meteorologist Matt Hines, 6:30 p.m.:

Checking in on stock at local stores, 6:27 p.m.:

Bell County Sheriff's Office reports increased crashes on roadways Saturday night, 6:30 p.m.:

Our Josh Johns breaks down the timeline of freezing rain and sleet across Central Texas and the Brazos Valley overnight, into Sunday, 6:10 p.m.:

A look at the radar, 6:10 p.m.:

Weather and road conditions in Lorena, 6:04p.m.:

Our Kenny Graves is in Downtown Navasota with a look outside, 5:15 p.m.:

Road conditions in Clifton, 4:36 p.m.:

Hill Country Transit District suspends services on Ft. Hood on Sunday, Jan. 25, 4:29 p.m.:

See driving conditions in Bosque County, 4:10 p.m.:
Bosque County Office of Emergency Management hits the road to show driving conditions.

Meteorologist Matt Hines shares a forecast update, 4:05 p.m.:

25 News' Bobby Poitevint shows us conditions on his commute:

Gatesville police department shares conditions update, 3:50 p.m.:
Roads are deteriorating rapidly. Travel is discouraged.

Texas Military Department assets at the ready, 3:46 p.m.:

Meteorologist Josh Johns forecast update, 3:45 p.m.:

Snow and ice in Cedar Hill, 3:30 p.m.:

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Winter weather not stopping Baylor fans:

Heads up, Gatesville!

Salado announces water crossing closures. 3:10 p.m.:

Lampasas County Sheriff's Office shares road conditions, 3:00 p.m.:
There is ice on Hwy 281 north around Adamsville. Please stay off roads unless there is an emergency.

Meteorologist Josh Johns shares weather update, 2:40 p.m.:

That's what now, Matt Hines?

Oncor power outages, 2:00 p.m.:
Bell County - 287
Hill County - 161
Leon County - 295

Killeen opens second warming shelter:
The additional warming center is located at the Killeen Arts and Activities Center, 801 N. Fourth St., Suite B. The warming center will remain open until 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27.
The city’s original warming center at Friends in Crisis, 412 E. Sprott St., has remained open continuously since the start of the winter weather advisory Friday, Jan. 23, and will continue operating until 11 a.m. Tuesday.

HEB updates store hours, 1:30 p.m.:
Saturday, January 246 a.m. – 7 p.m. 
Sunday, January 25Open at 8 a.m. 

• Belton
• Waco
• Temple
• Marlin
• Corsicana
• Harker Heights
• Gatesville
• Mexia
• Killeen
• Copperas Cove

Woodway Public Safety shares update:
1:20pm
Ritchie Bridge has started freezing over and becoming treacherous. Estates bridge is fine at the moment with caution. Bosque’s hills are also fine at the moment.

Hewitt police travel closure:
The South Hewitt Bridge and the Spring Valley / IH-35 flyover are currently blocked for public safety.

Oncor outage update, 1:10 p.m.:
Oncor is reporting:
160 outages in Bell County
161 outages in Hill County
295 outages in Leon County

Matt Hines is on the move, sharing a Saturday afternoon update:

Gatesville police road conditions update, 12:45 p.m.:
Be advised that overpasses are getting very icy

15 ABC's Kenny Graves reports from Navasota:

Kenny Graves checking on weather conditions in Navasota

Oncor outage update, 12:00 p.m.:
Oncor is reporting 161 customer outages in Hill County.

Watch a time lapse of the wintry weather moving into Waco:

Timelapse of wintry weather moving into Waco on Saturday morning

When possible, protect your plants from freezing conditions:
Ice is now forming on vegetation. This will get worse later tonight has heavier wintry precipitation moves back into the area.

Rep. Brad Buckley, House District 54, shares update, 11:15 a.m.:

Weather alert update, 11:15 a.m:
An Extreme Cold Warning has been extended into Tuesday for parts of Central Texas.

• Coryell
• Lampasas
• Bell
• McLennan
• Falls
• Limestone
• Leon
• Milam
• Robertson
• Freestone

Temperatures tip, freezing rain and sleet are creating ice on Waco-area buildings:

Ice forming on Waco area buildings

Woodway public safety shares update. 11:05 a.m.:
Roads are still looking good all things considered.
The bridges and Bosque are very wet but not yet frozen.
We’re also getting an on/off mix of sleet and rain so patches of ice on the bridges are not out of the question.
The running boards on our Tahoes are iced, and pretty much every exterior staircase we’ve come across is iced. So we imagine the roads aren’t long behind those.

Meteorologist Matt Hines update, 11 a.m.:
The next round will develop out west and arrive late this afternoon and evening. This will bring widespread, significant icing, to the area tonight through Sunday morning.

Closures update - schools and churches: See them here.

Judge Shane Brassell shares response update in Hill County:
I want you to know that state resources are already staged here in Hill County and ready to respond to any issues that may arise during this winter weather event.
Currently in place are TIFMAS Strike Team 122, assets from the Texas Military Department, and an EMTF team. These resources are positioned not only to support Hill County, but to assist the entire region if needed.
In a matter of hours, our fairgrounds transitioned from hosting the county fair and livestock auction to serving as a regional staging location for some of the best emergency response professionals in the world. We are grateful for their willingness to serve and stand ready, and I pray for their safety as they do so.
Hill County Emergency Management is working directly with these teams, monitoring conditions and coordinating response efforts to ensure we are prepared for whatever this weather event may bring.
Please stay safe, stay warm, and look out for one another.
God bless Hill County.

Killeen police share conditions update, 10:45 a.m.:

Madison Myers shares ice forming in Waco area:

TxDOT-Waco traffic conditions update, 10:30 a.m.:

Moody VFD road conditions update:
As of 10:30AM there have been no reports in our area of iced over roads, just very wet. Some of our neighboring communities are starting to report iced over bridges and a few traffic accidents.

Wintry mix hits Waco, 10:30 a.m.:

TxDOT traffic camera check, 10:20 a.m.:

Matt Hines update from west side of Waco:

Hill Country Transit District announcement:
The FT. Hood Connector will close today at 5 p.m. due to inclement weather.

Clifton Police share road conditions update:
10:00 a.m.
Highway 6 and FM 219 through Clifton remains drivable. However several side streets are starting to ice over in certain spots. If you need some last minute grocery items now would be the time.
There are reports from DPS of ice on highway 6 North of Meridian towards Iredell and Walnut Springs.

Radar conditions, 10:00 a.m.:

Robinson Police report icy road conditions, 9:50 a.m.:
The bridges have started to ice and crashes are being reported. Please be cautious of the bridges if you have to be out.
-Chief Adams

Road conditions update from Matt Hines, 9:30 a.m.:

Surfaces in Waco are freezing, creating dangerous conditions:

ERCOT Weather Watch in effect starting Saturday:

San Saba County road closure, 9:30 a.m.:
Due to the very icy and dangerous approaches to Rainey’s Crossing on County Road 208. The Crossing will be closed until further notice. Thank you for your cooperation and stay safe.
-Precinct 1 Commissioner, James Lebow

City of Hewitt shares conditions update:

Marlin police share road conditions update, 9:00 a.m.:
Road conditions remain good as of 9:00 a.m., with clear travel and no ice reported in Marlin are on the route from Marlin to Waco.

More school closings and church cancellations coming in:
https://www.kxxv.com/weather/school-closings-delays

Weather update from Meteorologist Matt Hines, 8:50 a.m:

Road conditions in Central Texas:

Forecast update from Meteorologist Matt Hines, 8:05 a.m:
The freeze line has made it to the I-35 corridor this morning. It will continue to push southeast today. Be careful, especially on bridges and overpasses and some streets for the remainder of today. Areas of a light wintry mix will continue this morning...into early afternoon. Heavier freezing rain and sleet is still expected late this afternoon and tonight. Significant ice accumulations are likely tonight. All roads will become hazardous, and we may have some power outages as well.

TDOT shares road conditions and staffing updates, 8 a.m.:
Some parts of the district (Bosque and Hamilton Counties) are now seeing icy conditions.

Woodway Public Safety shares road condition update, 8 a.m.:
Our Officers are advising that the roads are still good at the moment. We’re still a couple of degrees above freezing. The roads are wet but that’s all so far.

Wintry conditions slowing traffic in parts of Bosque County, 8 a.m.:

Waco conditions at KXXV studios, 7:45 a.m.:

Killeen conditions on E. Central Texas Expressway, 7:45 a.m.

Radar, 7:40 a.m.:

See our live interactive radar here.

Clifton police road condition update:
7:30 a.m.
No ice on roads in Clifton yet. Temps have no fallen below freezing, so it’s only a matter of time.
Sheriffs office is reporting spotty ice in different areas. Travel is not advised.

Oncor outage update:
As of 6:00 a.m. Saturday morning, approximately 7,000 customers are without power as the winter storm continues to move through Oncor’s service territory.

More than 10,000 Oncor and contractor damage evaluators, lineworkers, tree trimming crew members and other restoration personnel have been positioned to assist efforts.

Bosque County Sheriff's Office shares road conditions update, 7:30 a.m.:
As of 7AM, Deputies report that although roads are not covered completely with ice, they have ice in many areas. These conditions will continue to worsen as the temperature drops today.

Travel is not recommended.

Lorena and Copperas Cove Police share condition updates in their neighborhoods:

Food distribution rescheduled:
The Shepherd's Heart food distribution scheduled for Saturday is rescheduled to Saturday, Jan 31.

Power outage update, 6:20 a.m.:
Some neighbors in Chilton are already experiences power outages. Oncor says it is an equipment issue.

Travel conditions, 6:15 a.m.:
Roads are looking slick in parts of Central Texas. Travel is discouraged for much of the weekend due to weather conditions.

Radar check:

Wet and cold weather has moved into Central Texas. Follow the system as it moves through on our interactive radar.

Warming center updates:
We have a list of available warming centers and shelters across Central Texas.
Click here to see the list and locations.

HEB adjusted hours:
Saturday, January 24:6 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
Sunday, January 25:Stores open at 9 a.m.  

• Burnet
• Lampasas
• Marble Falls
• Does not include stores in Belton, Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, Killeen, Waco, and Temple.

View the full list of changes here.

Fort Hood Closure announcement:
The following Family and MWR facilities will be closed as a precautionary measure:

Warrior Way Physical Fitness Center 3 p.m. Jan. 24 – Jan. 25
The Courses of Clear Creek Jan. 24-25
All Manned, Non-24-Hour Physical Fitness Centers 3 p.m. Jan. 24 – Jan. 25
Phantom Warrior Lanes 3 p.m. Jan. 24 – Jan. 25
Community Events and Bingo Center Jan. 24-25
Casey Memorial Library Jan. 24-25
Apache Arts and Crafts Center Jan. 24-25
Sprocket Auto Hobby Shop Jan. 24-25
See more here.

For previous information shared in our blog leading up to the winter story, click here.