Snowstorm Hits Houston: Updates on Road Conditions and Airport Closures
As of 9:00 PM in Houston, freezing temperatures are causing icy road conditions and multiple crashes across the city and freeways, according to the Houston Police. The cold is expected to intensify through the night and into Wednesday morning. Authorities advise staying off the roads until conditions improve by tomorrow afternoon.
At 7:00 PM, Houston saw rare snowfall with Baytown recording 5.5 inches and Southeast Houston seeing 4 inches. Bush Intercontinental Airport even received 1.2 inches of snow. While the snowstorm has moved on to Louisiana, dropping record totals of up to 10 inches, Houston is bracing for bitterly cold temperatures overnight, creating a risk of pipe bursts.
However, there is good news as temperatures are set to warm up on Wednesday, with highs in the mid-40s and climbing to the 50s by the weekend. As we transition out of the winter chill, expect milder mornings with a chance of rain early next week.
Check back at 5:00 PM to learn about the measures taken by officials to keep the community safe, as well as updates on airport closures and road conditions. Stay tuned for the latest news on the snowfall moving out of the area and the potential for refreezing tonight.
Ensure to stay informed about developments in Houston by following the latest updates shared throughout the day. Stay safe and cautious if you need to venture out in these challenging conditions.