Austin, TX – Freezing rain mixed with sleet is spreading eastward this evening across South-Central Texas, bringing hazardous travel conditions from the Rio Grande and Hill Country into the I-35 corridor, according to the National Weather Service (NWS) Austin–San Antonio.
Meteorologists warn that icing impacts will increase quickly through the evening and overnight hours as freezing drizzle develops ahead of the main precipitation band. Temperatures are hovering in the mid to upper 20s in the Hill Country and are expected to remain below freezing for several hours, worsening road conditions.
According to the NWS, travel is strongly discouraged unless absolutely necessary. Bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads are expected to ice first, posing a high risk for accidents. Drivers who must travel should prepare for delays and reduced traction, especially along Interstate 35 between San Antonio, Austin, and Waco.
By Friday morning, forecasters anticipate continued precipitation with potential power line icing and hazardous walking conditions in higher elevation areas. Residents are advised to monitor local updates, avoid unnecessary travel, and prepare for potential power disruptions if ice accumulation continues overnight.
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