With weather conditions rapidly evolving in parts of Texas this week, including a winter storm warning, the Texas Department of Transportation announced it would close multiple offices on Thursday. According to the National Weather Service,

Residents will be able to learn more and share input on the proposed Hwy. 36A project at public meetings this year.

At least five North Texas counties, including Collin, Dallas, Denton, Kaufman and Tarrant, were under a winter storm warning as of 9 a.m.

Any snow and ice that melts Friday is likely to refreeze overnight, and black ice could be a danger, according to the NWS.

DALLAS - Emergency resources have been activated across Texas for this week's winter storm, including warming centers and road assistance. Gov. Greg Abbott urged Texans on Wednesday to stay weather-aware, check DriveTexas.org before traveling, and follow official guidance.

Out of an abundance of caution, the North Texas Tollway Authority has brined elevated surfaces. The countdown to winterize homes is on at hardware stores.

There is now a 60-70% chance that our entire forecast area observes at least measurable snowfall,” the National Weather Service in Fort Worth said Sunday.

A developing winter storm is threatening to drop snow, sleet and freezing rain on parts of Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.