01/23/2026
🚨 Cold Front Advisory – Texas ❄️
A strong cold front is expected to move across Texas, bringing very low temperatures, wind chill, and potentially dangerous conditions, especially overnight and in the early morning hours.
Please take precautions to stay warm and safe:
Limit time outdoors if possible
Dress in layers and protect exposed skin
Bring pets indoors
Check on elderly neighbors, children, and anyone with medical needs
Ensure space heaters are used safely and never leave them unattended
If you or someone you know needs help, please know there are resources available across Texas.
Texas Cold Weather Resources (Statewide)
Texas 2-1-1 (Dial 211 or visit 211texas.org)
Available 24/7
Connects you to warming centers, shelters, food assistance, utilities help, and emergency services**
Works anywhere in Texas
Local Warming Centers & Emergency Shelters
Often operated by cities, counties, churches, and nonprofits
Locations vary by area—call 211 or check your city or county website
Salvation Army – Texas Locations
Emergency shelter, meals, warming centers
Call your local Salvation Army or visit salvationarmyusa.org
🚑 American Red Cross of Texas
Emergency sheltering and disaster assistance
Visit redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)
Elderly & Disability Assistance
Area Agencies on Aging: 800-252-9240
Help for seniors, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities
⚡ Power Outages & Utility Issues
Report outages directly to your local electric provider
For grid updates, follow official
ERCOT and local utility announcements
Community Reminder
If you’re able, **check on neighbors**, offer rides to warming centers, or share this information. A small act can make a big difference during extreme cold.
Stay safe, stay warm, and don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Texas looks out for Texas.
