ERCOT issues Weather Watch as Texas power grid faces winter storm

ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch for January 24–27, citing the forecasted below-freezing temperatures, along with the possibility of frozen rain, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves as the reasons.

Texas winter storm: How to protect your pets from the arctic blast

As winter weather is set to impact Texas this week, pet owners should take extra steps ahead of freezing weather, especially for outdoor animals.

North Texans begin preparations for upcoming winter storm
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Residents across North Texas are preparing for this weekend's winter storm by buying what they'll need in advance. FOX 4's Dionne Anglin has more.

North Texas businesses help prepare for winter storm
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Several North Texas businesses are trying to help people get ahead of potential power failures caused by the upcoming winter storm. FOX 4's Peyton Yager has more.

NTX schools rescheduling sports games before storm hits
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School districts in North Texas are keeping a close eye on the weather while some are making adjustments to sports schedules. Here are the rescheduled games so far.

Dallas weather: What is a Winter Storm Watch?

As an arctic front moves toward North Texas, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the region. Many viewers have reached out to ask exactly what that means and how it differs from a warning.

What is a winter storm watch?

From January 23-26, a large part of Texas is expected to see temperatures dip below freezing. During that time and throughout the rest of winter, you will hear meteorologists use terms like warning, watch and advisory, but what do they mean?

Dallas weather: Jan. 21 morning forecast
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Major winter impacts are expected this weekend in North Texas. Meteorologist Ali Turiano has your forecast and everything you need to know about the upcoming storm.

Dallas weather: Jan. 20 overnight forecast
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Dan Henry updates us on the rain to come tomorrow and the winter storm to come this weekend in his January 20th overnight forecast.

Tuesday weather briefing ahead of North Texas winter storm
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We've got some intense winter weather coming to North Texas this weekend. FOX 4 chief meteorologist Dan Henry walks us through what to expect in this Tuesday weather briefing.

Dallas weather: Jan. 20 evening forecast
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Colder weather is coming, and we might even get some rain tomorrow. Check out Dan Henry's evening forecast for Jan. 20th in the video above.

Governor Abbott activates state emergency response resources ahead of winter storm

Governor Abbott has mobilized state emergency resources and agencies to prepare for a severe arctic cold front expected to bring life-threatening temperatures and hazardous winter weather to Texas.

Texas Rangers cancel Fan Fest due to incoming winter storm

Attention Texas Rangers fans: this weekend's Fan Fest has been canceled due to the incoming winter storm.