Gusty wind could promote ice

Weather Bell Analytic meteorologist Joe Bastardi says our wind of 16 gusting to 22 mph could make us more prone to an ice storm. If it continues as the temp drops to 24 tonight.

“Deep in the Heart of Texas, the hideous specter of the ice storm is rearing its ugly head. Since the wind is blowing while precip is falling, the heating of the air that occurs through the freezing process of water is negated by evaporation due to wind…The heart of Texas will be cold and unforgiving in this pattern the next 3-5 days.”

Hasn’t happened yet. But if it does, we may be off the air, since ice buildup tends to bring down power lines, or over-weight and bring down adjacent trees which fall on the lines.