We don't get snow in East Texas, we get ice. This causes roads to become undrivable and have to be closed. There's a website we can use to see which roads are closed.
As snow and ice begin to melt after winter weather, some Texans may notice tiny dark insects called snow fleas. Despite the alarming name, experts say there’s no reason to worry.
Texans prepping for ice storms must protect pets too with warm shelter, brief outdoor time, dry bedding, and unfrozen water to prevent hypothermia and frostbite.
As winter weather approaches East Texas, many residents are preparing at home while watching the forecast closely. A local post suggests extra linemen may already be heading this way.