Weather

Temperatures across the state should rise into the 70s by next week.

The 5.0 magnitude earthquake is tied for the sixth strongest in state history. Scientists have warned for years that increased fracking in West Texas is causing higher earthquake activity.

A high-pressure system is pushing Arctic air into the central U.S. this week. Much of the country will experience plunging temperatures, while states such as Kansas and Missouri could see heavy snow.

With cold weather arriving today across the region, ERCOT expects grid conditions to be normal. Lubbock's mayor signed a purchasing agreement last week, securing 85% of the land needed for Lake 7. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren has more on the project moving forward. On Friday night, a 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck near the Texas-New Mexico border. Quakes have become more common in the region in recent years.

After a statewide blackout in 2021 and a massive Austin outage in 2023, cold weather means energy anxiety for many in Central Texas.

During freezing temperatures throughout the season, Lubbock’s public libraries are acting as emergency warming centers during normal operating hours. Meanwhile, the local homelessness organization Open Door has announced that the its community center urgently needs adult-sized gloves. Donations can be made at 1918 13th Street or at opendoorlbk.org/donatefunds with the tribute line "gloves." And Texas Public Radio's Bonnie Petrie has more on warning signs for PTSD in children.

Yesterday, Gov. Greg Abbott held a press conference on what to expect in predicted upcoming severely cold temperatures. And the Texas Newsroom's Blaise Gainey has more on potential government action to decrease screen time for minors.

Much of north and west Texas is expecting winter weather and potential snowfall this week. Our reporter Bishop Van Buren spoke with TxDOT about how drivers can stay safe. Cold weather can also be brutal for people with disabilities. Texas Public Radio’s Jackie Velez shares tips on how to prepare.

Severe winter weather can be a cause of both fear and danger for travelers. According to AAA, winter storms and sloppy road conditions factor into more than 2,000 road deaths every winter.

Houston Public Media’s Andrew Schneider has more on opposition to a potential statewide THC ban from Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. ERCOT's meteorologist has predicted an elevated chance of a severe weather event this winter, with patterns similar to those from 2021.