From Monday evening through Wednesday noon, a rare and powerful winter storm is predicted to affect southeast Texas.
Meteorologists warn there might be considerable snowfall, especially north of Interstate 10, with some places perhaps receiving up to five inches of snow, as forecast confidence continues to climb. This information was released by the National Weather Service on Sunday.
Even though Southeast Texas rarely experiences winter weather, this storm is expected to be a significant event. With snow and sleet predicted to fall in different amounts throughout the region, the winter forecast for the past few days indicates a growing chance of snow falling on top of ice.
According to the NWS, counties in the north are more vulnerable to heavy snowfall, while those in the south are most likely to have a combination of snow and sleet.
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From Monday at 6 p.m. to Tuesday evening, the area is under a Winter Storm Warning.
Due to the possibility of roads being dangerous due to the accumulation of snow and sleet, the storm is predicted to cause significant travel disruptions, especially on Tuesday morning. It is anticipated that even little accumulations of frozen precipitation would pose serious difficulties for driving. Residents are being advised by authorities to refrain from needless travel while the storm is at its strongest.
In addition to the snow, there is a chance of freezing rain in some places, particularly along the storm’s southern route, which could result in a hazardous ice coating. Residents should take steps to safeguard humans, pets, pipes, and plants because the storm is forecast to bring temperatures far below freezing, with a hard freeze predicted for Tuesday night.
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According to current forecasts, snow totals in certain regions could be as much as five inches, with isolated areas potentially experiencing greater totals. Early Tuesday morning through the afternoon is predicted to see the most snowfall, which will then taper off by Wednesday.
