WATCH: Gov. Abbott asking Texans to conserve power during winter weather emergency
Requests Major Disaster Declaration From White House Gov. Abbott news conference 01-28-21 By KCBD Staff | February 13, 2021 at 7:05 PM CST - Updated February 13 at 11:36 PM
Provided by Office of the Texas Governor
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update from the Alternate State Operations Center on the severe winter weather that is impacting the State of Texas. The Governor noted that snow and ice are expected throughout Texas for the next few days and ultra-low temperatures will linger throughout the upcoming week meaning that many road closures and extremely dangerous conditions are expected. The Governor also announced that he will request a Federal Emergency Declaration from the White House to make additional resources available for communities impacted by this weather event.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced Saturday, Feb. 13 that he will request a Federal Emergency Declaration from the White House to make additional resources available for communities impacted by this weather
"The severity of the cold weather that is about to be experienced in the coming days is unprecedented in Texas history, we need people across the state to get ready for the extremely harsh conditions that are coming," Abbott said.