How will Texas' power grid fare this winter?: FOX 7 Focus
With winter already here in Texas, how prepared is our power grid? FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak spoke one-on-one with local energy expert Doug Lewin in this FOX 7 Focus.
With winter already here in Texas, how prepared is our power grid? FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak spoke one-on-one with local energy expert Doug Lewin in this FOX 7 Focus.
Winter weather: Austin & Travis County prepare for next storm
Three years ago a major winter storm hit Austin and another followed in 2023. Both caused major problems and today there was an exercise to see if first responders and the city and county are ready for the next big storm.
Three years ago a major winter storm hit Austin and another followed in 2023. Both caused major problems and today there was an exercise to see if first responders and the city and county are ready for the next big storm.
Coast Guard suspends search for missing crew in Alaska amid heavy snow, 60-mph winds
Coast Guard teams in Alaska suspended their search for at least five people 24 hours after a fishing ship overturned on Sunday.
Coast Guard teams in Alaska suspended their search for at least five people 24 hours after a fishing ship overturned on Sunday.
Video: Playful fox jumps around on slippery, snow-covered car
A man’s car became a fox’s winter playground amid a snowstorm earlier this month.
A man’s car became a fox’s winter playground amid a snowstorm earlier this month.
When does winter really start? It depends on who you ask
When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.
When does winter start? It depends who you ask, because meteorological season's start date is different than the winter solstice.
Winter outlook: La Nina expected to emerge ahead of country's coldest season
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasters said they still expect a La Niña to develop during the fall and play a role in temperatures and precipitation trends across the country. However, the La Niña that develops is expected to be weak and short-lived, forecasters said.
NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center forecasters said they still expect a La Niña to develop during the fall and play a role in temperatures and precipitation trends across the country. However, the La Niña that develops is expected to be weak and short-lived, forecasters said.
A La Niña winter is expected: Here's what it means for NYC's snow outlook
The emergence of a La Niña weather pattern could have an impact on the types of winter weather conditions we see in the U.S., including NYC. Here's what to know.
The emergence of a La Niña weather pattern could have an impact on the types of winter weather conditions we see in the U.S., including NYC. Here's what to know.
Farmers' Almanac winter outlook calls for 'copious amounts of snow, rain, sleet and ice'
The Farmers' Almanac has been predicting long-range weather forecasts for over 200 years. It's calling for a brutally cold winter for parts of the U.S. with rapid-fire storms.
The Farmers' Almanac has been predicting long-range weather forecasts for over 200 years. It's calling for a brutally cold winter for parts of the U.S. with rapid-fire storms.
How do I qualify for City of Austin's Medically Vulnerable Registry?
City of Austin utility customers with critical medical conditions may qualify for the Medically Vulnerable Registry.
City of Austin utility customers with critical medical conditions may qualify for the Medically Vulnerable Registry.
McDade man almost runs out of oxygen supply during storm power outage
A McDade man was without power for roughly 48 hours due to recent storms, causing him to almost run out of oxygen.
A McDade man was without power for roughly 48 hours due to recent storms, causing him to almost run out of oxygen.
Where did winter go? Spring begins early as winter in US was warmest on record
During the winter, several areas nationwide that usually experience frigid conditions never had their temperatures dip below zero and went months without snowfall.
During the winter, several areas nationwide that usually experience frigid conditions never had their temperatures dip below zero and went months without snowfall.
Colorado dog missing for 10 days found trapped in snow just feet from home
On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.
On the morning of Feb. 22, Pepper, a 6-year-old Bernese/black lab mix, went missing from her home in Blue River, Colorado. After an expansive search, Pepper was found 10 days later not far from where she went missing.
Some fans who braved Kansas City Chiefs’ -4 degree AFC playoff game undergo amputations from frostbite
The frigid temperatures during one of the coldest NFL games on record left some football fans in Kansas City with lasting trauma.
The frigid temperatures during one of the coldest NFL games on record left some football fans in Kansas City with lasting trauma.
Austin Energy taking steps to prevent widespread outages following ice storm
Austin City Council has given the green light for an independent study of the power lines in the Austin area.
Austin City Council has given the green light for an independent study of the power lines in the Austin area.
Connect the Grid Act: Texas congress members introduce bill to connect grids
Flanked by several of his Texas Democratic colleagues in Congress, Rep. Greg Casar introduced a bill Wednesday to connect the Texas power grid with the rest of the country.
Flanked by several of his Texas Democratic colleagues in Congress, Rep. Greg Casar introduced a bill Wednesday to connect the Texas power grid with the rest of the country.
Connect the Grid Act: Bill seeks to connect Texas, national grids
The Connect the Grid Act would require ERCOT to connect the Texas power grid to the nation's major electric grids.
The Connect the Grid Act would require ERCOT to connect the Texas power grid to the nation's major electric grids.
Watch: Michigan deputies perform ice rescue to save trapped ATV rider
One person is safe after falling through thin ice in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Tuesday.
One person is safe after falling through thin ice in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on Tuesday.
Blizzard vs snowstorm: What's the difference?
Winter weather can be unpredictable when it hits your area, and whether it's a blizzard or snowstorm, there are differences with both, besides how much snow falls on the ground.
Winter weather can be unpredictable when it hits your area, and whether it's a blizzard or snowstorm, there are differences with both, besides how much snow falls on the ground.
Potential Nor'easter eyes Boston: Major cities could see a foot of snow
A potential Nor'easter could wallop Boston and other major cities with a foot of snow. More than 20 million people in nine states are under a Winter Storm Watch.
A potential Nor'easter could wallop Boston and other major cities with a foot of snow. More than 20 million people in nine states are under a Winter Storm Watch.
Maine father dies while rescuing 4-year-old son after they both fell in icy pond
Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.
Maine father, Kevin Howell, tragically drowned after rescuing his 4-year-old son from icy waters. The pair fell through the ice while walking on Etna Pond. Howell managed to get his son onto a sheet of ice before succumbing to the cold.