Governor Abbott activates state emergency response resources ahead of winter storm
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Key Points:
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency resources starting Thursday in response to an arctic blast expected to bring dangerously cold temperatures, snow, ice, and winter precipitation across the state.
- North and Central Texas are at the highest risk for hazardous travel conditions due to snow and ice, with freezing rain and sleet also expected in west, central, south-central, east, and southeast Texas.
- Multiple state agencies, including the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Texas National Guard, Texas Department of Transportation, and others, have deployed personnel and equipment to support road treatment, traffic control, stranded motorists, and emergency response.
- The Public Utility Commission and Railroad Commission are monitoring power outages and natural gas supply, while health and safety agencies are providing medical and
