That means ERCOT could draw on electric utilities from other parts of the state that are unaffected, like the Gulf Coast or South Texas if any power generation plants were to break down in North ...

Texas power grid operator ERCOT is facing its first test of the winter season as the state headed into a deep cold snap expected to last until Friday. The power grid agency issued a weather advisory that went into effect Monday, indicating power reserves could fall as demand spikes. The weather advisory lasts until Friday.

The National Weather Service in Fort Worth issued a cold weather advisory through 10 a.m. Monday morning as temperatures plunged. Oncor is reporting more than 5,000 North Texans are without power.

according to forecasts from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT). It doesn’t snow often in North Texas, but when it does, you’re likely to remember it. Here’s a look back at how the Fort Worth Star-Telegram’s photographers documented ...

Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) told Newsweek: "ERCOT has issued a Weather Watch from January 20-23 due to predicted extreme cold weather across the ERCOT region, higher electrical demand, and the potential for lower reserves. Winter precipitation is also expected across parts of the state.

Let’s face it. A lot of newcomers in Fort Worth (looking at you, Californians) aren’t sure how to handle Texas snow. Here’s a few things you need to know.

Icing could cause local power outages if branches fall onto lines, ERCOT’s CEO said, "but the electric grid is going to be performing reliably."

There is now a 60-70% chance that our entire forecast area observes at least measurable snowfall,” the National Weather Service in Fort Worth said Sunday.

Following a high of around 60 degrees Sunday morning, temperatures are expected to drop below freezing in the evening, according to the National Weather Service. With wind chill, it may feel frigid by mid-afternoon and plunge into the low teens Sunday night.

A winter storm that is expected to begin in Texas next week could end up bringing snow and ice to parts of Florida.

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