How to prevent pipes from freezing in cold weather
When temperatures drop below freezing, homeowners need to take action in order to prevent pipes from freezing, which could lead to costly repairs if the pipes end up bursting.
These are the all-time coldest temperatures ever recorded in each US state
The lowest temperature ever recorded in the U.S. was negative 80 degrees in Prospect Creek, Alaska.
Texas winter weather: MOWCTX suspends meal delivery on Jan. 16
MOWCTX says the suspension is to help ensure the safety of volunteers and staff as well as in response to ERCOT's request for conservation.
How does cold weather affect electric vehicles?
Teslas and other electric vehicles may be the way of the future, but many EV owners are having trouble dealing with Chicago’s bitterly cold temperatures. Here's why.
Person rescued from Colorado River near Longhorn Dam
ATCEMS and Austin fire crews responded to a call in the middle of the Colorado River near Longhorn Dam where someone was "yelling for help" from an "island".
Historic lighthouses on Lake Michigan covered in ice
Historic lighthouses along the shores of Lake Michigan were covered in thick ice on Monday.
What does the wind chill mean and how long can it take to get frostbite?
When the wind chill drops to dangerous levels, frostbite can set in faster than you might think.
Texas arctic blast: How to determine frost bite, hypothermia
As Central Texas deals with sub-freezing temperatures through Wednesday, Jan. 17, people who are exposed to the elements are at risk for frost bite and hypothermia.
Texas arctic blast: Bertram police patrol roads, keep residents safe
The City of Bertram is under a wind chill warning. The arctic blast combined with Martin Luther King Jr. Day had businesses closed and law enforcement out on the roads.
Texas arctic blast: Dozens of flight cancelations, delays at Austin airport
Crews at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport found themselves plowing snow and de-icing planes in order to keep the airport open on Monday. Despite that, thousands of travelers found themselves stuck in Austin due to bad weather elsewhere.
Austin weather: Record-breaking lows hit city due to arctic blast
Austin experienced record-breaking low temperatures just one day into this multi-day cold snap. Officials want residents to stay inside while they continue to keep everything running smoothly.
Arctic blast: Cold weather shelters, warming centers available in Central Texas
Many Central Texas cities and counties have opened cold weather shelters for those needing a warm place to stay during the freezing cold hitting the region over the next few days.
Body found at Austin homeless encampment after report of fire: AFD
A person was found dead after a report of an outdoor fire on Sunday, the Austin Fire Department said.
Amid Winter storm in New York, snow shoveler slides down chute shirtless at Buffalo Bills' stadium
Over the weekend, the National Weather Service warned of whiteout conditions and winds of up to 50 mph.
Texas arctic blast: Power grid holds, but ERCOT conservation request remains
The grid held, despite the deep freeze and an earlier warning from ERCOT, but a new January peak demand was set on Monday morning.
PHOTOS: Winter weather, Arctic blast hits Central Texas
The arctic blast has arrived in Central Texas, bringing with it freezing drizzle, flurries, and even some lake effect snow. Check out the viewer photos.
Shoveling snow: Safety tips to prevent injuries, heart attack
In 2018, more than 137,000 people were treated in emergency rooms, doctors' offices, and clinics for injuries that happened while shoveling or using snowblowers.
Texas winter weather: ERCOT urging power conservation Tuesday morning
ERCOT says it avoided emergency operations Monday morning due to conservation efforts and additional grid reliability tools.
ERCOT conservation appeal: Texans asked to conserve energy Tuesday morning
ERCOT has issued a Conservation Appeal, requesting Texas residents and businesses conserve electricity on Tuesday.
Texas winter weather: What is lake effect snow?
What is lake effect snow? FOX 7 Austin meteorologist Zack Shields explains this weather phenomenon seen at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.