TxDOT asking drivers to stay home during winter storm

Jan. 23, 2026, 4 p.m.

AUSTIN — Winter weather started impacting roads at the Texas and Oklahoma border along the panhandle late Friday morning. TxDOT crews are positioned throughout the state, treating and monitoring roads to help prepare for winter weather.

TxDOT continues to urge drivers in areas with icy conditions to stay home if possible. If you must drive, visit drivetexas.org for the latest road conditions.

Up to 5,000 TxDOT workers are expected to respond to this storm. Crews continue to pretreat and treat roads with a salt and water solution called brine. Nearly 1.7 million gallons of brine was used throughout the state as of Friday morning.

Hale Center insider Encourages you to stay safe and warm!