Light snow dusts North Texas while Southeast Texas sees blizzard-like conditions
DALLAS - Only 24 hours to go, Dallas! DFW is gradually climbing out of the deep freeze, with the icy conditions expected to dissipate by Wednesday afternoon. However, overnight freezes are still likely throughout the week.
While our 20 degree weather feels bitter, Southeast Texas is facing something historic—its first-ever Blizzard Warning.
Dallas Weather Forecast
Wednesday and Thursday::
Sunshine and south winds will help warm us into the low 50s by Wednesday afternoon, though it will still feel chilly with a dry breeze.
Similar weather is expected Thursday, with highs in the low 50s and a north wind.
Thursday night into Friday morning will bring the last overnight freeze of the week.
Friday::
A warming trend begins Friday, with sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the upper 50s. Winds will be breezy but not as harsh as earlier in the week.

Weekend::
Saturday will be mostly cloudy and breezy, with a slight chance of showers overnight. Rain chances increase Saturday night into Sunday morning as a cold front moves through.
Temperatures will remain in the 50s both days, but the lack of sunshine could make it feel cooler.
Looking ahead, Monday may bring more showers, but no wintry mix is expected.
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First-ever blizzard warning issued along Gulf Coast
The National Weather Service office in Lake Charles, Louisiana, said the winter storm has been producing blizzard conditions across southeastern Texas and southwestern Louisiana.
Snow in North Texas
What we know:
Tuesday morning, some residents in southern North Texas counties woke up to a dusting of snow.
FOX 4 viewers in Johnson County shared photos of snow covering cars and grassy areas.
A light snow band moved through Cleburne Monday around 8 p.m. Counties south of Fort Worth saw flurries, but no significant accumulation.
North Texas conditions are not expected to disrupt your commute. Roads remain clear, and travel to work or school should be safe.
Historic Blizzard Warnings

What we know:
The Gulf Coast is trading its water views for snow views Tuesday as the winter storm continues to pound the region.
Blizzard conditions are being reported across southeast Texas and parts of Louisiana, according to FOX Weather and the National Weather Service (NWS).
The storm is responsible for first-ever blizzard warnings in parts of Texas and Louisiana.
Houston Hunkers Down
Houston got a once-in-a-generation snowfall, prompting airports to suspend flights for the day and schools to close.
Houston-area schools were closed citywide.
Both Bush Intercontinental and Hobby Airport were shut down due to icy conditions.

Snowy conditions in Houston Tuesday
"The next 24 hours will be the most dangerous because of the melting snow will turn to ice as soon as the sun goes down," warned Houston Mayor John Whitmire. "Please, Houstonians. We are halfway there."
FOX 4 meteorologist experiences historic snow first-hand
The winter storm also paralyzed parts of Louisiana.
New Orleans saw a record-breaking 10 inches of snow on Tuesday.
Local perspective:
FOX 4 Meteorologist Dylan Federico flew back home in New Orleans on Monday to experience the rare weather event firsthand.
"It is living up to the hype. I have never seen anything like this before," he said. "The oak trees. I mean, these oak trees on this street are at least 200 or 300 years old."
Highways through New Orleans were virtual ghost towns as officials asked folks to stay home and stay safe.
Dylan hopes to fly back to Dallas on Thursday, weather permitting.
"We're hunkered down here. We have our gas stoves, gas heating at this house," he said. "So even if the power goes out, we'll be just fine."

Record-breaking snow in New Orleans, LA.
The NWS says the last time Louisiana saw snow of this magnitude was way back in 1960.
Florida State of Emergency
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued a state of emergency declaration.
"Eleven snowplows," he said. "Believe it or not, in the state of Florida, we are mobilizing snowplows."
The Florida panhandle has been pelted with snow. Highway cameras show the interstate completely covered.

Places from Pensacola to Panama City could see more than six inches of accumulation.
Cell phone video shows snow falling on the beaches in Destin. White snow is covering the sand all the way down the shoreline.

What's next:
The Gulf Coast begins to warm back up come Thursday.
The Source: Information in this article comes from the National Weather Service, meteorologist Evan Andrews, and FOX Weather.