This weekend, a dangerous winter storm system is expected to impact North Texas, bringing extreme cold, freezing rain, hazardous road conditions, and the potential for power outages.

Forecasts show temperatures dropping well below normal beginning Friday and continuing into next week. These conditions can be especially dangerous for seniors, children, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness, and anyone without reliable heat.

Below are important local resources and safety guidance for TX-30 residents.

Important Safety Reminders

Keep pets inside and stay off the roads whenever possible.

For help or additional resources, call 2-1-1 or visit the Texas Division of Emergency Management website at tdem.texas.gov.

¡Mantenga a las mascotas dentro de casa y evite salir a las carreteras!
Para obtener ayuda, llame al 2-1-1 o visite tdem.texas.go.

Additional Local Updates

Dallas County

• Austin Street Center / Inclement Weather Shelter
  Temporary inclement weather shelter operations are planned to open at Fair Park Grand Place beginning Friday at 4:00 PM and will remain open 24/7 while freezing temperature triggers are met.
• Carr P. Collins Social Service Center
  5302 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas
• Garland Corps Community Center
  451 W. Ave. D., Garland

Tarrant County

• Arlington Corps Community Center (Salvation Army)
  712 W. Abram St., Arlington
• Mabee Social Services Center
  1855 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
• Presbyterian Night Shelter
  2400 Cypress St., Fort Worth
• Union Gospel Mission
  1321 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
• The Salvation Army (Families)
  1855 E. Lancaster Ave., Fort Worth
• True Worth Place
  1513 E. Presidio St., Fort Worth
• First United Methodist Church (Arlington)
  407 N. Mesquite St., Arlington
• Nations Church Arlington
  1013 W. Park Row Dr., Arlington

Additional Statewide Safety Resources

• Texas Ready — winter weather safety tips: texasready.gov
• Texas Department of Transportation — real-time road conditions: drivetexas.org
• Find nearby warming centers: tdem.texas.gov/warm
• General winter preparedness guidance: tdem.texas.gov/prepare
  
  

Additional Local Updates

Sanitation Services

• Minimal service impacts are anticipated Friday.
• Contingency plans are in place for potential delays or storm debris, with vendors on standby if needed.

Transportation & Public Works

• Crews will begin scouting bridges, overpasses, and major thoroughfares Friday afternoon.

Power Outages

• Oncor crews and contractors are staged and prepared to respond to outages beginning Friday.
• Restoration efforts may be impacted by road conditions; coordination with city sanding operations will continue.
• Power outages can be reported to 888-313-4747.

Public Transit

• Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) is monitoring weather conditions and will announce service changes as needed.
  
  

How to Prepare at Home 

Before the storm

• Charge cell phones, external batteries, and medical devices while electricity is available.
• Leave faucets dripping slightly (hot and cold) to prevent frozen or burst pipes.
• Gather warm blankets, dry clothing, and extra layers.
• Avoid unnecessary travel once conditions deteriorate.
  

During a power outage

• Close interior doors and place towels at the base of doors to conserve heat.
• Keep flashlights and batteries easily accessible.
• Never run generators, grills, or vehicles indoors or in enclosed spaces.
• Test or install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.

Check on your neighbors, especially seniors, people with disabilities, families with young children, and anyone who may need assistance getting to a warming center.

We will continue sharing updates and resources as conditions evolve.

Please stay safe and take care of one another.

Warmly, 

Rep. Jasmine Crockett | 1616 Longworth House Office Building, Washington, DC 20515