Snowfall and Extreme Cold Warnings in Houston
Adam Zuvanich/Houston Public Media
Snow begins to melt as the sun shines on the Windrow neighborhood in Hockley, Texas, on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025.
Two People Found Dead in Houston
Two people were found dead outside Wednesday in Houston, according to city officials, who said their causes of death were not immediately determined as the region emerges from a rare winter storm.
Man Found Unresponsive outside a Church
The city, in a Wednesday afternoon statement, said a man was found unresponsive outside a church at 7198 Dixie Rd. at approximately 8:05 a.m. He had been reported missing Jan. 18 and had last been seen leaving a residence in the 7100 block of Durfee Street, according to the city.
Woman Found in a Parking Lot
At approximately 12:25 p.m., first responders found a woman in a parking lot at 1805 Congress St., according to the city.
Weather Conditions
Temperatures dipped below freezing Monday night and hovered around freezing Tuesday, when much of the Houston area was blanketed in snow. Temperatures plunged into the teens early Wednesday morning before the region began to thaw.
Patches of Black Ice Line Houston Roadways
Melted snow left on the ground during Houston’s ‘once in a generation’ snowstorm Tuesday froze overnight, leaving patches of dangerous black ice on roadways.
City and county officials encouraged people to stay off of the major roadways Wednesday. More than 50 roadways were reportedly covered with patches of ice on Wednesday morning, according to Houston Transtar.
Black Ice Warning
Black ice can appear transparent on the ground, making the glaze a dangerous element for drivers navigating roadways.
Consequences of Black Ice
City and county officials urged drivers to stay off of the roadways through Wednesday morning, as temperatures as low as 18 degrees leave ice caked on the ground.
Multiple Major Collisions Reported
Multiple major collisions have been tracked across Harris County, according to a Monday night press release from the county’s office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
FAQs
Q: What happened to the two people found dead in Houston?
A: The causes of death were not immediately determined and will be determined by autopsies conducted by the Harris County medical examiner’s office.
Q: How many roadways were affected by black ice?
A: More than 50 roadways were reportedly covered with patches of ice on Wednesday morning, according to Houston Transtar.
Q: What is black ice?
A: Black ice is a layer of transparent ice that forms on the surface of roads, making it difficult to see and creating a hazardous driving condition.
Q: How can I stay safe on the road during this winter storm?
A: Stay off of the roadways until the conditions improve, and always exercise caution when driving in cold weather.
