Harris County Sheriff's Office reports 168 crashes due to snowy, icy Roads
Spike in Accidents
What we know:
The Harris County Sheriff's Office has responded to 168 vehicular crashes since 10 p.m. Friday night, as snowy and icy conditions have created hazardous driving situations across the region.
Sheriff Ed Gonzalez addressed the situation, stating, "Since 10 p.m. last night, we have responded to 168 crashes involving vehicles."

Source: Richmond Police
Weather Conditions Worsen
What's next:
City officials are expecting a dangerous night as snow is currently melting, but temperatures will drop overnight, potentially making roadways even more treacherous.
The winter weather has led to a surge in accidents, with many drivers unprepared for the icy conditions. The Sheriff's Office is urging residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary and to exercise extreme caution if travel is unavoidable.
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Emergency Response Delays
What they're saying:
Emergency services are stretched thin due to the conditions of the road, and Sheriff Gonzalez warned that response times may be delayed.
"Just want to remind everyone, just like you have to navigate the dangers of these roadways, so do we ... keep in mind that response may be delayed."
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The Source: City officials shared this information during a press conference on the weather update.