Polar vortex readies to dump snow on Texas and its neighbors

The polar vortex readies to dump snow on Texas and its neighbors
The polar vortex of ultra-cold air usually spins around the North Pole, but it sometimes ventures south into the U.S., Europe and Asia. Some experts say such cold air outbreaks are happening more frequently, paradoxically, because of a warming world.
The polar vortex sets its sights on Texas and neighboring states, with snow expected
Texas is preparing for severe winter weather. An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the possible arrival of freezing rain and snow even as some other parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week began to shake off its icy effects.
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What’s in store as the polar vortex hits Texas this week
A polar vortex is bringing freezing temperatures to Texas this week, with a couple of rounds of precipitation that could cause issues on untreated roads.
Texas Map Shows Counties Set to Freeze When Polar Vortex Hits
According to a forecast map by Pivotal Weather, based on data from the European Center for Medium-range Weather Forecasts, the vast majority of the state could see wind chills below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Some of the coldest wind chills are forecast for the Texas panhandle and northeastern parts of the state.
Polar vortex threatens to bring freezing rain and snow from Texas to Tennessee
An area stretching from Texas to Tennessee braced Wednesday for the possible arrival of freezing rain and snow even as some parts of the U.S. hit by the plunging polar vortex this week began to shake off its icy effects.
Texas Snow Map Shows Where Millions Face High-Risk Travel Warnings
A polar vortex has triggered freeze warnings across Texas, leading to dangerous conditions for people and infrastructure.
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