Texas, 2021

Winter Storm and Extreme Cold in Texas, February 13 to 19, 2021

February 13 to 19, 2021 · NWS FWD · 92 events in 46 counties and zones

A historic winter storm, that began on February 9th, 2021, continued to cripple the region through February 19th. One wave of winter precipitation moved across the region February 13-15th, with another round of snow and ice on February 16-17th.

Where it happened

Every event with a place to put it; 92 filed by county or forecast zone are drawn at its center, in a lighter ring. Tap one for its entry below.

  • Tornadoes
  • Tropical storms and surge
  • Floods
  • Wind
  • Hail
  • Winter weather
  • Heat and drought
  • Cold
  • Fire, smoke and dust
  • Marine and coastal
  • Other

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The toll

Deaths
30
Injuries
0
Property damage
$138 million
Crop damage
None recorded
Events
92

Deaths and injuries are direct and indirect together, as the offices filed them. Damage is property and crops in the dollars of the year, not adjusted for inflation, and only where an office estimated it.

What happened

The episode as NWS FWD wrote it up.

A historic winter storm, that began on February 9th, 2021, continued to cripple the region through February 19th. One wave of winter precipitation moved across the region February 13-15th, with another round of snow and ice on February 16-17th. Snowfall totals for both rounds ranged from 1 inch to nearly 10 inches with the largest snowfall totals across the eastern counties of the CWA. Icing totals were highest across parts of Central Texas again where over a half inch of ice was reported in some areas. While the snow and ice had impacts to transportation, power and more, the largest impacts were from the record breaking cold temperatures and wind chills.

Extremely cold temperatures and wind chills gripped the region during this period. The impacts and damages to the region during this historic event were largely due to the cold temperatures/wind chills. The cold temperatures resulted in days-long power outages for some, and an immeasurable amount of pipe, infrastructure and building damage. Damage totals that have been reported so far are near 140 million for North and Central Texas, and most of that is likely contributed to the cold weather. In addition, 30 deaths were officially reported during this period/event. Many of the details of each case were unknown at the time of publication due to pending information from county officials, but many of the known causes were due to hypothermia or the cold weather.

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before the first event, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Fort Worth, TX wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Feb 13, 5:33 AM CST, 27 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 13, 5:33 AM CST, 27 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
533 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

...New Short Term, Aviation...

.SHORT TERM... /NEW/
/Through Tonight/

Arctic air and moisture below 10K feet will keep it cloudy and
very cold across all of North and Central Texas today and
tonight with highs below freezing across the entire region,
ranging from around 20 near the Red River to around 30 degrees in
the south. These high temperatures are 30 and 40 degrees below
seasonal normals. Temperatures tonight will be very cold for North
and Central Texas with lows ranging from the teens in the
northwest to the upper 20s in the far southern zones.

The cold air and moisture, coupled with some weak large scale
ascent associated with an upper low rotating across Northern
Mexico, will result in some patchy freezing drizzle, especially
this morning. While not everyone will see freezing drizzle, those
that do will see light accumulations with slick spots developing,
even on some roads. Much of the freezing drizzle will shift south
into Central Texas this afternoon and may even mix with some sleet
as the upper trough axis drops into deep South Texas. The
departure of this upper trough will allow the next upper system to
move quickly out of the Four Corners region tonight. Increasing
large scale lift, deepening moisture, and sub-freezing
temperatures will result in a mix of winter precipitation with a
chance of light freezing rain and sleet in the evening, followed
by increasing sleet and snow chances overnight. The chances for
measurable precipitation will remain low through tonight but will
increase significantly after sunrise Sunday.

79

&&

.LONG TERM... /Issued 256 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021/
/Saturday through Next Weekend/

Key Points:

-Record cold conditions expected with temperatures remaining
 below freezing now through most of next week.

-Winter Storm Warning in Effect.

-Light freezing precipitation today and tonight. Sleet and snow
 developing Sunday, transitioning to all snow by afternoon. Bouts
 of heavy snow possible Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.

-A break in the snow late Monday/Tuesday, but frigid conditions
 continue. More snow possible late Tuesday through early Thursday.

Deep cyclonic flow will persist across the CONUS for most of the
forecast period, helping to maintain the frigid arctic airmass
currently affecting areas from the Front Range to the Mississippi
Valley. Multiple disturbances will rotate around the base of the
main trough over the next several days, providing opportunities
for North and Central Texas to receive winter precipitation. The
first disturbance over South Texas will lift northeast through
East Texas as a deeper trough over the Four Corners heads for
Northwest Texas. Occasional freezing drizzle will remain possible
over the southeast counties Sunday morning, with chances of snow
increasing across the northwest as the upstram disturbance
approaches. The initial disturbance will accelerate off to the
northeast in the afternoon as the shortwave off to the west draws
nearer. With the exception of a brief mix of sleet across the
south, precipitation should become all snow by Sunday afternoon.

Coverage and intensity will increase late Sunday afternoon and
Sunday evening as the shortwave advances east through Northwest
Texas. A swath of moderate to occasionally heavy snow is expected
to develop across the Big Country by afternoon and progress east
through the region late afternoon through the overnight hours.
North winds of 15 to 25 MPH will greatly reduce visibilities
during this time, while producing below-zero wind chills. Travel
will become extremely difficult and is strongly discouraged,
especially after dark when significant snow accumulations will be
occurring or have already occurred. This forecast sticks close to
the previous as far as snowfall totals, aside from minor
adjustments per WPC collaboration, with accumulations generally
in the 3 to 7 inch range expected.

Precipitation will exit to the east Monday afternoon and will be
followed by record cold. Snow left on the ground will greatly
suppress the affects of solar radiation, and Monday highs should
remain in the teens (with a few single digits across the
northwest. Monday night temperatures look like a forecast for
Rapid City, SD with readings ranging from 5 below in the northwest
to 5 above across Central Texas.

The break in precipitation will be brief, as the next shortwave
quickly develops upstream and heads for Northwest Texas Tuesday
night. This system is actually expected to slow as it moves across
Texas, bringing additional chances for snow starting Tuesday
night and continuing through Thursday morning. Snowfall totals are
still uncertain at this time, but mid range ensembles show the
possibility of additional, possibly significant, accumulations
before precipitation ends Thursday. Fortunately, it looks like a
shift to zonal flow or weak ridging aloft, combined with a few
days of return flow, will allow for a thaw as we enter next
weekend.

30

&&

.AVIATION... /NEW/
/12Z TAFs/

IFR to low end MVFR ceilings will continue at all TAF sites
through the morning with ceilings lifting to all MVFR by early
afternoon. Although model guidance wants to lift ceilings above
3000 ft this afternoon, confidence is low that this will actually
occur since daytime mixing will be very limited to non-existent
and moisture will remain present just above the surface to nearly
10K ft.

Patchy freezing drizzle will also continue through the morning,
creating reduced visibility and slick spots on many surface
including some roads and runways. Large scale lift should
gradually shift south of the region this afternoon taking most of
the precipitation with it. However, additional winter
precipitation will likely develop overnight/early Sunday morning
as the next upper level system approaches from the west and
interacts with sub-freezing temperatures. For now we will mention
light snow in the TAFs towards sunrise Sunday but it is likely
that the precipitation will begin as a mix of freezing rain and
sleet before transitioning to all snow.

A north wind will continue in the 10 to 15 knot range along with
some higher gusts through Sunday morning.

79

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Dallas-Ft. Worth    29  23  25   7  14 /  10  30  60  80  20
Waco                29  24  30   9  17 /  20  30  40  80  20
Paris               28  23  26   7  15 /   5  20  60  80  30
Denton              27  19  22   3  13 /   5  20  70  80  20
McKinney            29  21  25   6  14 /  10  30  60  80  20
Dallas              30  24  26   8  15 /  10  30  60  80  20
Terrell             29  22  28   7  15 /  10  30  50  80  30
Corsicana           29  26  30  10  17 /  10  40  30  80  30
Temple              27  24  31   9  18 /  20  30  30  80  20
Mineral Wells       29  17  21   3  13 /  10  20  70  80  10

&&

.FWD WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
Winter Storm Warning until 6 PM CST Monday for TXZ091>095-
100>107-115>123-129>135-141>148-156>162-174-175.

&&
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 13, 3:43 AM CST, 2 hours 17 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Fort Worth TX
343 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

TXZ091>095-100>107-115>123-129>135-141>148-156>162-174-175-140945-
Montague-Cooke-Grayson-Fannin-Lamar-Young-Jack-Wise-Denton-Collin-
Hunt-Delta-Hopkins-Stephens-Palo Pinto-Parker-Tarrant-Dallas-
Rockwall-Kaufman-Van Zandt-Rains-Eastland-Erath-Hood-Somervell-
Johnson-Ellis-Henderson-Comanche-Mills-Hamilton-Bosque-Hill-Navarro-
Freestone-Anderson-Lampasas-Coryell-Bell-McLennan-Falls-Limestone-
Leon-Milam-Robertson-
343 AM CST Sat Feb 13 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for North and Central Texas.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.
Patchy freezing drizzle will continue through this afternoon.
There is a slight chance of sleet and snow tonight. Minor
accumulations are possible, mainly on bridges and overpasses.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Sunday through Friday.
Extremely cold conditions are expected Sunday through Wednesday, with
lows in the single digits and teens, and highs in the teens and 20s.
Wind chills below zero are likely Sunday night through Tuesday
morning.

Snow is expected across much of the region Sunday through Monday.
Widespread accumulations of 3-7 inches are expected across North and
Central Texas. Localized higher amounts are possible. Blowing and
drifting snow will lead to extremely dangerous travel conditions.

More chances of accumulating snow arrive Tuesday night and continue
through early Thursday. Additional travel impacts are possible.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...
Spotter activation is not expected at this time.

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Event by event

46 winter storm, 46 extreme cold/wind chill. Local standard time, as filed.

Winter Storm, Montague

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Montague forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.676, -97.725 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Montague County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Cooke

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Cooke forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.639, -97.213 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Cooke County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Grayson

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Grayson forecast zone
Reported by
CoCoRaHS
Coordinates
33.627, -96.678 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Grayson County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Fannin

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Fannin forecast zone
Reported by
CoCoRaHS
Coordinates
33.594, -96.107 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Fannin County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Lamar

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Lamar forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.667, -95.571 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Lamar County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Delta

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Delta forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.386, -95.672 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Delta County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-8 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 3-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Hopkins

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Hopkins forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.150, -95.564 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Hopkins County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 6-8 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-5 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Hunt

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Hunt forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
33.124, -96.085 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Hunt County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Collin

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Collin forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.188, -96.572 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Collin County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Denton

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Denton forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.205, -97.117 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Denton County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Wise

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Wise forecast zone
Property damage
$240,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.216, -97.654 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Wise County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Jack

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Jack forecast zone
Reported by
Fire Department/Rescue
Coordinates
33.234, -98.172 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Jack County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Palo Pinto

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Palo Pinto forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.753, -98.313 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Palo Pinto County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Tarrant

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Tarrant forecast zone
Deaths
0 direct, 1 indirect
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
32.772, -97.291 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Tarrant County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry). One fatality was reported in this time period due to a vehicle accident on an icy road.

Winter Storm, Parker

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Parker forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.778, -97.805 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Parker County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Dallas

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Dallas forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Reported by
Trained Spotter
Coordinates
32.767, -96.778 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Dallas County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry). The County Medical Examiner determined hypothermia played a factor in one death on February 13th.

Winter Storm, Rockwall

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Rockwall forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.898, -96.408 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Rockwall County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 2-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Erath

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Erath forecast zone
Property damage
$100,000
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.236, -98.218 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Erath County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Hood

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Hood forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.430, -97.832 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Hood County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Somervell

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Somervell forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.222, -97.774 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Somervell County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Johnson

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Johnson forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.379, -97.366 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Johnson County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional Trace-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Mills

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Mills forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.495, -98.595 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Mills County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) did not impact the county. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Hamilton

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Hamilton forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.705, -98.111 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Hamilton County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) did not impact the county. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Young

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 5:00 AM CST
Where
Young forecast zone
Reported by
Broadcast Media
Coordinates
33.177, -98.688 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Young County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Stephens

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 5:00 AM CST
Where
Stephens forecast zone
Reported by
County Official
Coordinates
32.736, -98.836 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Stephens County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional 1-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Eastland

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 5:00 AM CST
Where
Eastland forecast zone
Reported by
CoCoRaHS
Coordinates
32.327, -98.832 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Eastland County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Comanche

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 5:00 AM CST
Where
Comanche forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
31.948, -98.558 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Comanche County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in an additional Trace of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Lampasas

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Lampasas forecast zone
Reported by
Unknown
Coordinates
31.196, -98.241 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Lampasas County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 1-2 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Coryell

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Coryell forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.391, -97.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Coryell County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/4th inch of ice. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Bosque

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Bosque forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.900, -97.634 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Bosque County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Hill

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Hill forecast zone
Reported by
Unknown
Coordinates
31.991, -97.132 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Hill County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-4 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional Trace-1 inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Ellis

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 12:18 PM CST
Where
Ellis forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.348, -96.794 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Ellis County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-7 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Kaufman

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Kaufman forecast zone
Reported by
Law Enforcement
Coordinates
32.599, -96.288 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Kaufman County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 3-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional 1-4 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Van Zandt

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Van Zandt forecast zone
Reported by
COOP Observer
Coordinates
32.564, -95.836 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Van Zandt County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-8 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional 1-2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Rains

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Rains forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.870, -95.793 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Rains County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-8 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/10th inch of ice, and an additional 1-3 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Bell

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Bell forecast zone
Reported by
Amateur Radio
Coordinates
31.038, -97.478 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Bell County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-7 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, McLennan

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
McLennan forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.552, -97.202 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In McLennan County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 2-5 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/4 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Milam

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Milam forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
30.786, -96.977 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Milam County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-7 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Robertson

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Robertson forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.027, -96.513 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Robertson County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-7 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 3/4 inch of ice. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Limestone

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Limestone forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.546, -96.580 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Limestone County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-7 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Falls

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Falls forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.253, -96.936 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Falls County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Freestone

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Freestone forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.705, -96.149 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Freestone County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 6-10 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Leon

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Leon forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
31.297, -95.996 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Leon County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-6 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Navarro

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Navarro forecast zone
Reported by
Emergency Manager
Coordinates
32.047, -96.472 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Navarro County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 4-8 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/4 inch of ice and up to 2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Henderson

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Henderson forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.212, -95.854 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Henderson County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 6-10 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/4 inch of ice and up to 2 inches of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Winter Storm, Anderson

When
February 13, 6:00 AM CST to February 17, 8:00 PM CST
Where
Anderson forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.813, -95.653 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A historic winter storm impacted the region from February 13-19 with a combination of extreme cold/wind chills, freezing drizzle, and then 2 rounds of snow, ice and sleet. In Anderson County, the first round of winter weather during this period (February 13-15) resulted in snow accumulations of 5-9 inches of snow on February 14-15. The second round of winter weather (February 16-17) resulted in up to 1/2 inch of ice and less than an inch of snow. While the winter precipitation did have an impact on the county and transportation, the bigger impacts were from the extreme cold and wind chills (see other entry).

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Eastland

When
February 14, 11:30 AM CST to February 19, 8:30 AM CST
Where
Eastland forecast zone
Property damage
$3.8 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.327, -98.832 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to -8 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 10 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. According to the DSO at the time of this publication, over 6500 residences and business were affected or damaged with varying degrees of damage.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Montague

When
February 14, 12:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Montague forecast zone
Property damage
$17 million
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.676, -97.725 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were at or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures below zero, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 10 degrees. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Stephens

When
February 14, 1:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Stephens forecast zone
Property damage
$43,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.736, -98.836 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 0 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Young

When
February 14, 2:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Young forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.177, -98.688 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 0 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Cooke

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Cooke forecast zone
Property damage
$185,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.639, -97.213 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures below zero, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 10 degrees. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Grayson

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Grayson forecast zone
Property damage
$3.8 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.627, -96.678 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 2 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Fannin

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Fannin forecast zone
Property damage
$1.5 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.594, -96.107 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 2 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Wise

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Wise forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.216, -97.654 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 to -7 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Jack

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Jack forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.234, -98.172 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 0 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Palo Pinto

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 16, 12:00 PM CST
Where
Palo Pinto forecast zone
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.753, -98.313 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 0 to -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Parker

When
February 14, 3:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Parker forecast zone
Property damage
$1.3 million
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.778, -97.805 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 0 to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Comanche

When
February 14, 3:30 PM CST to February 19, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Comanche forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.948, -98.558 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 15 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the single digits. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Erath

When
February 14, 4:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Erath forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.236, -98.218 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Tarrant

When
February 14, 5:00 PM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Tarrant forecast zone
Deaths
2 direct, 1 indirect
Property damage
$11 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.772, -97.291 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 3 to -2 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the mid teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The medical examiner confirmed 3 fatalities in the county due to hypothermia or carbon monoxide poising from a generator. Other cases are still pending.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Lampasas

When
February 14, 5:00 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Lampasas forecast zone
Property damage
$275,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.196, -98.241 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Johnson

When
February 14, 5:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Johnson forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.379, -97.366 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 3 and -3 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Collin

When
February 14, 6:00 PM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Collin forecast zone
Deaths
0 direct, 1 indirect
Property damage
$6.0 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
33.188, -96.572 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. One indirect fatality occurred in Collin County due to the cold: an elderly male passed away in early March from health complications that were exaggerated by frostbite during this time period.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Denton

When
February 14, 6:00 PM CST to February 19, 9:00 AM CST
Where
Denton forecast zone
Property damage
$17 million
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.205, -97.117 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 to -7 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Mills

When
February 14, 6:00 PM CST to February 19, 8:00 AM CST
Where
Mills forecast zone
Property damage
$490,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.495, -98.595 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 5 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hamilton

When
February 14, 7:00 PM CST to February 16, 8:30 AM CST
Where
Hamilton forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.705, -98.111 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 5 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Coryell

When
February 14, 7:00 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Coryell forecast zone
Property damage
$1.4 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.391, -97.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Lamar

When
February 14, 8:00 PM CST to February 19, 8:00 AM CST
Where
Lamar forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$1.6 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.667, -95.571 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 2 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Lamar County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Delta

When
February 14, 8:00 PM CST to February 19, 8:00 AM CST
Where
Delta forecast zone
Property damage
$144,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
33.386, -95.672 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -20 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hunt

When
February 14, 8:00 PM CST to February 19, 8:00 AM CST
Where
Hunt forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.124, -96.085 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 10 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Hunt County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Kaufman

When
February 14, 8:30 PM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Kaufman forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$2.7 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.599, -96.288 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the low teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Kaufman County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas

When
February 14, 9:00 PM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Dallas forecast zone
Deaths
8 direct, 2 indirect
Property damage
$6.3 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.767, -96.778 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits, and the maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the mid teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. Two men are believed to have died due to poisoning from a generator. The County Medical Examiner also confirmed hypothermia to be at least a factor in the cause of death in 8 males during this period.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Bell

When
February 14, 9:00 PM CST to February 16, 8:00 AM CST
Where
Bell forecast zone
Property damage
$50 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.038, -97.478 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits to slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 20 degrees. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Rockwall

When
February 14, 9:30 PM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Rockwall forecast zone
Property damage
$288,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.898, -96.408 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the low teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 0 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hood

When
February 14, 9:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Hood forecast zone
Property damage
$215,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.430, -97.832 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -2 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Somervell

When
February 14, 9:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Somervell forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.222, -97.774 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 3 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Bosque

When
February 14, 9:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Bosque forecast zone
Property damage
$133,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.900, -97.634 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 6 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, McLennan

When
February 14, 11:00 PM CST to February 16, 9:00 AM CST
Where
McLennan forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$2.6 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
31.552, -97.202 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in McLennan County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Ellis

When
February 14, 11:30 PM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Ellis forecast zone
Deaths
0 direct, 2 indirect
Property damage
$600,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.348, -96.794 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 2 fatalities in Ellis County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Falls

When
February 15, 12:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Falls forecast zone
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.253, -96.936 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hill

When
February 15, 1:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Hill forecast zone
Deaths
2 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$575,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.991, -97.132 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 2 fatalities in Hill County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Anderson

When
February 15, 2:00 AM CST to February 19, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Anderson forecast zone
Property damage
$850,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.813, -95.653 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 3 and -6 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Henderson

When
February 15, 3:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Henderson forecast zone
Deaths
2 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$1.2 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
32.212, -95.854 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 10 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 2 fatalities in Henderson County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Freestone

When
February 15, 3:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Freestone forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$140,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.705, -96.149 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -4 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Freestone County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hopkins

When
February 15, 3:30 AM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Hopkins forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$3.0 million
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
33.150, -95.564 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and even slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Hopkins County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Navarro

When
February 15, 3:30 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Navarro forecast zone
Property damage
$2.7 million
Reported by
ASOS
Coordinates
32.047, -96.472 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 6 and -6 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -15 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Rains

When
February 15, 4:00 AM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Rains forecast zone
Property damage
$324,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.870, -95.793 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were below 20 degrees Fahrenheit for most of the week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and even slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the lower teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Van Zandt

When
February 15, 4:00 AM CST to February 16, 11:00 AM CST
Where
Van Zandt forecast zone
Property damage
$157,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
32.564, -95.836 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -5 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only around 20 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Leon

When
February 15, 4:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Leon forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$79,000
Reported by
Public
Coordinates
31.297, -95.996 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits and slightly below zero degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Leon County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Limestone

When
February 15, 4:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Limestone forecast zone
Deaths
1 direct, 0 indirect
Property damage
$149,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.546, -96.580 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 20 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures between 5 and -4 degrees Fahrenheit. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power. The State listed 1 fatality in Limestone County due to the winter storm but no additional information could be obtained.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Milam

When
February 15, 4:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Milam forecast zone
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
30.786, -96.977 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Robertson

When
February 15, 5:00 AM CST to February 16, 10:00 AM CST
Where
Robertson forecast zone
Property damage
$490,000
Reported by
AWOS
Coordinates
31.027, -96.513 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Extreme cold gripped the county for several days. Overnight lows were near or below 25 degrees Fahrenheit almost all week. The period of February 15-16th was the coldest with low temperatures in the single digits. The maximum temperature on the 15th was only in the teens. Wind chill values during the 14th-16th were between 10 to -10 degrees Fahrenheit most of the time. The cold temperatures resulted in an extreme amount of damage to pipes, infrastructure, and power.

The people who died

As the offices recorded each death: direct deaths were caused by the weather itself, indirect ones by something it set in motion.

EventDateAgeSexWhereKind
Winter Storm, Tarrant2021-02-1639MaleVehicle/Towed TrailerIndirect
Winter Storm, Dallas2021-02-1352MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Tarrant2021-02-1673MaleOutside/Open AreasDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Tarrant2021-02-1643MaleOutside/Open AreasDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Tarrant2021-02-1523MalePermanent HomeIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Collin2021-03-0582MalePermanent HomeIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Lamar2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hunt2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Kaufman2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1928MalePermanent HomeIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1671MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1663MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1663MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1677MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1745MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1784MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1954MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-2070MaleUnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Dallas2021-02-1941MalePermanent HomeIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, McLennan2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Ellis2021-02-14UnknownIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Ellis2021-02-14UnknownIndirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hill2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hill2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Henderson2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Henderson2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Freestone2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Hopkins2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Leon2021-02-16UnknownDirect
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Limestone2021-02-16UnknownDirect

What these are

Winter Storm
A storm that brought snow, sleet or freezing rain at warning levels, usually over several hours or days.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
Temperatures or wind chills at or below the local warning criteria, or cold that caused deaths.

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Sources

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, compiled from the National Weather Service’s monthly Storm Data. Complete through 2026-06; NCEI adds each month about 75 days after it ends and revises past years a few times a year. Rebuilt 2026-09-24. Each event’s entry at NCEI: 944814, 944823, 944824, 944831, 944833, 944835, 944838, 944842, 944849, 944857, 944858, 944865, 944866, 944867, 944868, 944869, 944871, 944873, 944874, 944875, 944876, 944877, 944879, 944880, 944881, 944883, 944885, 944898, 944899, 944905, 944906, 944907, 944909, 944910, 944913, 944914, 944915, 944920, 944926, 944927, and more.