METRO officials warn of ice and freezing temperatures across Houston Friday through Tuesday. (Copyright 2026 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved.)
HOUSTON – As freezing temperatures and icy conditions move into the Houston area, METRO says it is taking steps to keep riders and employees safe while maintaining readiness across the transit system.
METRO maintenance and safety crews have implemented winterization measures, including anti-icing treatments on HOV lanes, rail platforms, and at transit centers. Officials say staffing and operational resources are in place to support emergency coordination and allow for quick response as conditions change.
METRORail trains will operate on regular weekend schedules.
All other transit services, including bus service, METROLift, curb2curb, and HOV lanes, will shut down early at approximately 9 p.m. as weather conditions worsen.
Sunday, Jan. 25
METRORail trains will operate at reduced frequency.
All other transit services will remain suspended due to the high likelihood of icy road conditions.
HOV lanes will remain closed.
METROLift will operate life-sustaining medical trips only, if conditions allow.
Monday, Jan. 26
METRORail trains will continue operating at reduced frequency.
All Park & Ride services, including 200-series routes and the 500, will be canceled.
HOV lanes will remain closed.
Local bus service, curb2curb, and Community Connector services will remain suspended.
METROLift will again operate life-sustaining medical trips only, if conditions allow.
METRO says it will reassess conditions and determine whether service can resume on Tuesday, with updates shared as weather and roadway conditions become clearer.
What riders should know
Riders are encouraged to subscribe to METRO service alerts and monitor official METRO communication channels for real-time updates.
Anyone needing transportation assistance to a warming center should call 311 for coordination and support.
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