Below is a list of delays and closures (and what's staying open) related to the upcoming winter weather. Be sure to double-check directly with the organization. We are updating this page as we receive information, but it could be outdated.
Last Updated January 26, 2026 @ 7:57 AM CST
- Alpha Omega Academy - As a precaution, the decision has been made to cancel all AOA classes and activities for Monday, January 26.
- Care Center Huntsville has postponed its annual Sanctity of Life Barbecue Fundraiser. The event will now take place on Sunday, February 1, from 11 AM to 2 PM at McKenzie's BBQ. In addition, Care Center will not be open tomorrow (Monday, the 26th)
- Chicken Express in Huntsville is open on Sunday.
- City of Huntsville - City offices and facilities will open at 10:00 a.m. tomorrow (Monday) due to icy roads and hazardous conditions. Solid waste pickup will also be delayed until 10:00 a.m. If your trash pickup is missed on Monday, it will be picked up on Tuesday. Stay safe.
- HEB and Walmart are open.
- Huntsville ISD campuses, facilities, and district offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 26. More information regarding Tuesday will be posted on the official district website at https://www.huntsville-isd.org and social media pages.
- Huntsville Memorial Hospital will close its outpatient clinics and services until Tuesday, due to inclement weather and out of an abundance of caution for patient and staff safety; main hospital operations will remain open. Check with the hospital for the latest updates.
- Huntsville Pet Clinic will be closed on Monday, January 26th
- The Huntsville Public Library will be open Monday from 10:00 - 5:00 only.
- The Huntsville-Walker County Chamber of Commerce is closed on Monday.
- All Sam Houston State University locations will remain closed through Monday, January 26, due to icy conditions in the region. All classes are cancelled. COM students should refer to their emails for information. Only essential personnel should report; check with your supervisor if you are uncertain. Please use extreme caution, avoid driving on icy roads, and prioritize your safety. Generals Market will remain open regular weekend hours today and 8 am to 8 pm Monday for students.
- Sam Houston Memorial Funeral Home will remain open for families in need.
- The Huntsville Junior Service League's scheduled food truck this Saturday has been cancelled. They hope to see everyone at the event scheduled for January 31st.
- Texas Roadhouse is open.
- Tomorrow's Promise Montessori Schools - Main campus will remain open to essential workers. The Children's House and Academy locations will be closed. TPMS will run a skeleton crew to ensure their staff do not undertake unnecessary travel, but will still have staff available for families who need childcare.
- Due to current ice conditions, Walker County Federal Credit Union will open tomorrow (Monday) at 10:00 AM to allow for safer travel for our members and staff. Please stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel if conditions are still hazardous. You can continue to access your accounts anytime through Online Banking and the WCFCU Mobile App.
- Walker County Storm Shelter will open as a warming center at noon Saturday, January 24, 2026 for the winter weather event. Bring your identification with you and any medications you take and if you are on oxygen, bring that as well. 455 Highway 75 Huntsville, TX 77340
Road Closures and Updates from Walker County OEM (Last Updated 1/25/2026 @ 8:20 AM)
0800 update on road conditions:
IH45 mile marker 117-118 had to be resalted at 1:45am
SH75 & Veterans Memorial Parkway has slick conditions at 2:22am
SH30 W from Skipper's to HEB has slick conditions at 2:31am
600 block of 11th St. completely iced over at 2:32am
FM1696 & SH75 is icy at 5:46am
SH19 at Bearkat Blvd. iced over
IH45 mile marker 124 & 125 ice on roadway as of 6:47am
FM980 @ Harmon Creek ice on roadway as of 7:48am
FM980 @ S curve patchy spots of ice @ 7:48am
SH30 Bridge slush covering the bridge as of 7:49am
SH30 overpass @ SH19 completely iced over as of 7:49 am
SH190 @ county line near Bubba's ice on roadway as of 7:58a,
500 block of FM980 near FM247 ice on roadway as of 7:58am
From WCOEM: Stay home if at all possible, but if you have to get out and you see other road issues, please report to us through FB or call 936-435-8035.
More Updates from Walker County OEM...
1.25.2026 2pm Update on Winter Storm Fern:
City streets are looking good. There may be some small patches of ice on the edge of some streets.
IH45 NB has ice on inside lane and TxDOT is working on clearing it.
Ice is reported on FM1696 and the SH19 exit from IH45 has ice covering the ramp.
For the most part, except for a few patches here and there, the roads are in good shape however, if there is any residual water on the roads, it will freeze again tonight.
We are still under an extreme cold warning and it does not appear that we will be above freezing until Tuesday about noon. Tonight temperatures are expected to drop down to 20 degrees by 6pm and possibly 18 degrees at midnight and our high tomorrow is around noon at 27 degrees.
The electrical grid is looking good. Currently in Walker County, we have 560 meters out with Entergy. All other companies are reporting zero outages.
The Walker County Emergency Operations Center will be minimally staffed after 7pm tonight but we will remotely monitor and post anything of significance.
Are we missing a closure or delay? Let us know below.
NWS Houston/Galveston Winter Weather Update January 24th, 2026