Jan 21, 2025 · The Arctic polar vortex is a band of strong winds above the North Pole that usually locks in extremely cold air, but right now is stretching south, allowing bone-chilling air to flow down. For example, parts of south central and southeast Texas are expected to see wind chills as low as 10 to 15 degrees into Wednesday, according to an extreme ...

Jan 4, 2025 · A polar vortex is bringing arctic air into the country next week. Forecast maps show when freezing temperatures will sweep through Texas.

Jan 2, 2025 · Swathes of Texas are forecast to be hit with freezing wind chills as a polar vortex is forecast to push frigid winds across the country. With Texas being one of the most populous U.S. states, the...

Jan 7, 2025 · Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of emergency in response to the polar vortex, which is bringing snow, ice and freezing rain across the nation.

Feb 24, 2023 · Another element at play in the cold air outbreak was the polar vortex. A polar vortex is an extensive coverage of low pressure and cold air surrounding Earth's poles. When the polar vortex is strong and stable, the polar jet stream shifts northward, causing the cold air to remain in the Arctic.

Jan 6, 2025 · This week’s frigid temperatures come from a familiar culprit: the polar vortex. Typically confined to the Arctic region, the vortex is a band of strong winds that at times can weaken and move...

Jan 6, 2025 · As the polar vortex grips Texas, cold weather is sweeping across the state. Which areas are feeling the brunt of the freeze? And is there a risk of winter precipitation turning into dangerous ice?

Jan 8, 2025 · DALLAS (AP) — 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...

Jan 8, 2025 · The Polar Vortex Readies to Dump Snow on Texas and Its Neighbors DALLAS (AP) — An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the expected arrival of freezing rain and snow, as ...

Dec 28, 2024 · The upcoming Polar Vortex presents a rare weather challenge for Texas. From icy roads to freezing temperatures, it’s essential for residents to take precautions now to protect their families, homes, and livelihoods.