Winter Storm Updates in Midland-Odessa: Sun 2:45PM

The region experienced heavy snowfall in certain areas.

From the National Weather Service:

Snow will come to an end this afternoon, but roads will remain
  slick and hazardous across areas where snow fell.

- Areas of freezing fog may develop across portions of southeast
  New Mexico and west Texas late tonight into Monday morning.

- Dangerous temperatures and wind chills as low as around 10 below
  zero tonight into Monday morning could result in hypothermia.
  Remember to check on family, neighbors, and the elderly, ensure
  pets and sensitive plants have a warm place, and protect pipes.

- Very cold temperatures will increase the risk of broken pipes
  and water damage as temperatures remain below freezing over much
  of the area through early Tuesday morning.

**THIS PAGE WILL BE UPDATED REGULARLY DURING THE WEEKEND**

Incoming Storm Spanning Across the Permian Basin

The region is bracing for significant weather changes. Freezing rain is expected in the coming hours, mixed with ice and potential snowfall.

Travel is strongly discouraged in the Midland-Odessa area due to the anticipated ice buildup on roadways.

Extreme cold is on the way, with dangerous temperatures and wind chills as low as 10 degrees below zero predicted for the Permian Basin for the majority of the weekend.

Residents are urged to bring their outdoor animals inside for their safety.  Weather conditions can have disastrous consequences if they are left outside and unattended.

Additionally, the freezing temperatures pose a threat to pipes and plumbing systems. There is an increased risk of ruptures or breaks, as temperatures are expected to remain below freezing through the start of next week.

Read More: Texas Winter Storms Can Possibly Cause Power Outages

The inclement weather has arrived, and the best course of action for locals is to hunker down and await its passage.

We will update this article throughout the weekend for new updates.