Austin, TX –
Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference today at the State Operations Center in Austin to provide an update on Texas’ response to severe winter weather affecting much of the state. He urged residents to prepare for below-freezing temperatures, rain, sleet, freezing rain, and snow expected over the coming days.
“The safety and well-being of our fellow Texans are our top priority,” Governor Abbott stated. “We are facing dangerously cold temperatures that will persist, particularly in the northern regions of Texas. I encourage Texans to call 2-1-1 or visit tdem.texas.gov/warm to locate the nearest warming center, and to stay informed through local media.”…