Summary
Meteorologists are predicting a winter storm that could bring ice and snow to Texas and parts of the Southeast by the end of the week. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) states it is prepared to handle the increased power demand despite the forecast. The exact path and impact of the storm are still uncertain, but it may bring significant winter weather conditions.
Key Facts
- A winter storm is expected to hit Texas and the Southeast U.S. at the end of the week with snow and ice.
- Texas and other Gulf Coast states are most at risk for ice.
- In 2021, a similar winter storm, Uri, caused major disruptions and power outages in Texas.
- ERCOT has improved since 2021 and states it can manage the coming demand on the grid.
- The storm's path is still uncertain, but rain is expected south, snow north, with potential ice in between.
- Meteorologists stress the situation needs monitoring as it could bring disruptive winter conditions.
- The National Weather Service is closely watching the situation but has not yet issued storm warnings.
- Texans are advised to prepare for the storm by protecting people, pets, pipes, and plants.
