"Winter Storm Fern" is bringing a dangerous mix of ice, sleet and snow to North Texas, triggering a Winter Storm Warning and a multi-day freeze across Dallas-Fort Worth. Life-threatening wind chills and potential power outages are anticipated.

All 254 Texas counties woke up under some form of weather alert as a massive winter storm began its trek across the eastern half of the country.

Long-range weather models do show signs that chilly weather is possible during February, but does that mean another major freeze event for Austin?

It is dangerously cold outside Saturday morning; lows are in the twenties and teens with winds gusting around 20 mph from the north. The wind makes it feel even colder, feeling more like single digits. Hence, a cold weather advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. Saturday.

The storm began in Texas and Oklahoma on Friday evening, Jan. 23, bringing heavy sleet and snow to the region.

AUSTIN, Texas — Winter weather hit Central Texas this weekend, and KVUE has been regularly updating this article with the latest road conditions in the Hill Country and the greater Austin area. For the most up-to-date information on road conditions, check drivetexas.org.

The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), which manages the grid, issued a Weather Watch from Jan. 24 through Jan. 27. The alert comes as forecasters predict below-freezing temperatures, the possibility of frozen precipitation and increased demand for electricity – all conditions that could tighten power reserves.

Texas is getting another round of winter weather, and low temperatures risk icy conditions. Check live road closures and tips for driving safely, courtesy of TxDOT.

Long-range weather models do show signs that chilly weather is possible during February, but does that mean another major freeze event for Houston?