Residents across the region were urged to remain at home Sunday evening as rapidly falling temperatures increased the risk of dangerous road conditions. Officials warned that moisture left behind from earlier rain, freezing rain, and sleet could quickly turn to ice as temperatures fall below freezing.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough cautioned residents against traveling, saying temperatures began dropping again Sunday morning and were not expected to rise above freezing. He warned that overpasses and bridges posed a serious risk due to lingering moisture and potential black ice formation. Keough said county and state road crews were actively treating roadways but strongly advised the public to avoid travel unless absolutely necessary.
Harris County Officials Warn of Worsening Road Conditions
Although precipitation had stopped, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said road conditions remained hazardous. He reported deputies responding to crashes continuously as black ice formed across the metro area.
Gonzalez said the freezing line continued to push southeast, with temperatures in the 20s across western Harris County. He warned that any remaining water on roads, especially on bridges and elevated sections, was freezing rapidly. Drivers who must travel were advised to reduce speed, increase following distance, and avoid overpasses whenever possible.
Major Road Closures and Ice Reports Across the Region
Multiple highways, ramps, and surface streets were closed or reported to have ice accumulation as conditions worsened.
Interstate 45 northbound main lanes at State Highway 242
Interstate 45 northbound interchange ramps at Texas 242
Interstate 45 southbound between the Texas 242 interchange ramps
Texas 242 westbound at Interstate 45
Texas 288 northbound main lanes from Clear Creek at the Harris–Brazoria County line to Wheeler
Texas 288 southbound main lanes from Wheeler to Clear Creek at the Harris–Brazoria County line
Texas 99 eastbound at Riley Fuzzel Road
Texas 99 overpasses at U.S. 290 in Cypress
Jones Road near the 9800 block
West Sam Houston Tollway North near the 8440 block
Texas 288 at Interstate 59
Texas 99 main lanes near the 15000 block eastbound and westbound at Telge Road
Texas 99 at Cypress Rosehill Road
East and Northbound main lanes of the East Sam Houston Parkway near the 2720 block
South Sam Houston Tollway eastbound and westbound exit ramps at State Highway 288
Texas 99 between North Bridgeland Lake Parkway and Tuckerton Road
Grand Parkway and Highway 290 flyovers, inbound and outbound
Interstate 45 northbound flyover at Woodlands Parkway
Interstate 10 eastbound interchange ramp and westbound lanes at State Highway 99 Lanier Parkway
Interstate 10 westbound at FM 359, including one main lane and the right shoulder
Officials continue to urge residents to monitor official updates, stay off the roads, and prioritize safety as freezing conditions persist across the Houston region.
