Houston Traffic Alert: Icy Conditions Close Katy Freeway Ramps to Grand Parkway

Widespread Icy Conditions Across Texas

• ⚠️ DriveTexas.org indicates widespread icy conditions across most of the state, making roads treacherous.
• 🚫 Travel is strongly discouraged north, far northwest, and west of Houston, especially before Monday noon.
• ❄️ Earlier pictures from Fairfield and I-45 in Centerville show snow and ice that has not melted, persisting since 7 a.m.

Downtown Houston and Metro Updates

• 🏙️ Downtown Houston is slick due to overnight rain, with extra caution advised on bridges and overpasses.
• 🚆 METRO rail is running with reduced frequency, while local buses are suspended today and Monday.
• 🚑 MetroLift is limited to life-sustaining trips, operating in emergency response mode.

Major Incident on I-10 Katy Freeway Ramps

• 🚧 The I-10 Katy Freeway ramps to SH 99 (Grand Parkway) are reported iced over and closed.
• ⏳ These closures are expected to last until later Monday.
• 🚗 Main lanes of I-10 Katy Freeway at Fry are reportedly clear for most drivers, despite being an elevated portion.

Refreeze Concerns and Travel Advisories

• 🥶 Wet roads pose a risk of icing over as temperatures drop, particularly around 6 p.m. and overnight.
• 📉 Drive times are currently short, but drivers are warned about potential crashes due to wet conditions and anticipated ice.
• 🏠 Those who do not need to travel are advised to stay put for their safety.