Texas, polar vortex

The polar vortex readies to dump snow on Texas and its neighbors
The polar vortex of ultra-cold air usually spins around the North Pole, but it sometimes ventures south into the U.S., Europe and Asia. Some experts say such cold air outbreaks are happening more frequently, paradoxically, because of a warming world.
The polar vortex sets its sights on Texas and neighboring states, with snow expected
Texas is preparing for severe winter weather. An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the possible arrival of freezing rain and snow even as some other parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week began to shake off its icy effects.
Polar vortex could bring snow to Central Texas this week
Our chilly weather could bring freezing rain and snow to parts of the Hill Country and I-35 corridor, local forecasters say. Why it matters: A polar vortex hauling arctic air from Canada down across the U.
When will polar vortex reach Texas? Arctic blast to bring freezing temps on Monday
The effects of the polar vortex are expected to reach Texas on Monday and bring freezing or below-freezing temperatures throughout the week.
Will it snow in Texas? Polar vortex brings freezing temps, precipitation later in week
Storm Blair has hit most of the U.S., bringing freezing temperatures to Texas. Precipitation later this week could mean snow for some areas.
Texas Map Shows Counties Set to Freeze When Polar Vortex Hits
According to a forecast map by Pivotal Weather, based on data from the European Center for Medium-range Weather Forecasts, the vast majority of the state could see wind chills below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Some of the coldest wind chills are forecast for the Texas panhandle and northeastern parts of the state.
Polar vortex threatens to bring freezing rain and snow from Texas to Tennessee
An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the possible arrival of freezing rain and snow even as some parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week began to shake off its icy effects.
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Polar vortex could send Texas temperatures plunging next week as ERCOT prepares
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As bitter cold sweeps through Texas, ERCOT says the power grid is stable
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The polar vortex is causing energy prices to spike
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