Austin weather: Latest on winter storm
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AUSTIN, Texas - The winter storm has made its way through Central Texas.
According to the FOX 7 Austin Weather Team, you can expect freezing temperatures and rain all day Saturday.
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Jan. 24 updates on Austin winter storm
9:24 PM - Travis County Severe Weather reports freezing rain, sleet in large portions of the area while TxDOT San Antonio says ice is beginning to form on roadways.
7:48 PM - The City of Austin's Emergency Operations Center has received reports that bridges have begun to ice over. Drivers urged to stay home and off the roads to keep clear for first responders.
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Viewers from across Central Texas are sending in photos of what it looks like in their area as the Arctic blast hits. Below are a few of the photos we have received.
You can submit a photo or video of your own by clicking here.
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Icicles on a house in Blanco (Photo courtesy Christen)
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Ice in Fredericksburg (Photo courtesy Cates Family)
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Winter weather in Llano (Photo courtesy Patricia Browning)
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Austin weather: Jan. 24 morning forecast
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are in effect early today through Sunday noon as an Arctic front brings primarily freezing rain and some sleet to the area. Hazardous conditions begin at 3 AM Saturday north of the I-10/US 90 corridor and expand south by 3 PM, causing dangerous icing on roads that will likely persist through the weekend due to sustained freezing temperatures. Please avoid unnecessary travel and exercise extreme caution if you must venture out. Avoid unnecessary travel and take extra travel precautions if you do have to venture out.
2 crashes in Cedar Park
Cold weather shelters to open overnight
Cold weather shelters will open overnight Sat., Jan. 24.
Go to One Texas Center (OTC), 505 Barton Springs Road from 2-8 p.m. to register for overnight shelter.
More information here or call the Cold Weather Shelter Hotline: 512-972-5055.
Those needing transportation after 3 p.m. are urged to call 311.
Ice Storm Warning in effect
Texas State Capitol to close at 6 p.m.
Due to expected hazardous weather conditions, the Texas Department of Public Safety will close the Texas State Capitol at 6 p.m. today, Saturday, Jan. 24.
The Capitol will remain closed on Sunday, and is expected to reopen at noon on Monday, Jan. 26.
Austin Community College to close at 4 p.m.
Austin Community College will close its campuses starting at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, due to winter weather conditions in Central Texas. Campuses will remain closed on Sunday, January 25.
No classes or on-campus activities will be held while the College is closed.
Additional updates, including any changes to operations beyond Sunday, will be shared as conditions evolve.
More information on school/campus closures and cancellations here.
Officially below freezing in Austin
FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Adaleigh Rowe says freezing rain and sleet could start around 4 p.m. for the Austin metro area.
Austin finally hit below freezing around 11:30 a.m. according to Rowe.
Leander update
- Low water crossing at Ridgmar Road and Brushy Creek is closed as of 10:30 a.m.
- Leander Public Library closed Saturday
- Crystal Falls Golf Course closed through Monday
CapMetro suspending regular service
CapMetro will be suspending all regular service on Sunday, Jan. 25 due to expected dangerous weather.
The agency will conduct final trips at 4 p.m. tonight (Jan. 24). All riders MUST be on a vehicle by that time.
Staff will continue to monitor conditions for Monday, Jan. 26. To receive the most updated information on service impacts, riders are encouraged to sign up for CapMetro Alerts.
Del Valle Community Center open as warming center
Travis County has opened its Del Valle Community Center as a warming center this weekend. Visitors can also fill up a water bottle and charge their electronic devices.
The Center will be open:
- Saturday, Jan. 24: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Sunday, Jan. 25: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Timeline:
Winter Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Advisories are in effect early today through Sunday noon as an Arctic front brings primarily freezing rain and some sleet to the area.
Hazardous conditions began at 3 a.m. Saturday north of the I-10/US 90 corridor and will expand south by 3 p.m., causing dangerous icing on roads that will likely persist through the weekend due to sustained freezing temperatures.
Please avoid unnecessary travel and exercise extreme caution if you must venture out. Avoid unnecessary travel and take extra travel precautions if you do have to venture out.
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The Source: Information from state, county, and city officials, and the National Weather Service in Austin.