This North Texas winter weather guide provides the latest Dallas-Fort Worth snow and sleet totals, NWS timing for Winter Storm Fern and essential tips for protecting pipes and the Texas power grid during the current Extreme Cold Watch.

Ensure phones and battery packs are fully charged and have flashlights, blankets and warm clothes available

Will schools close Friday? North Texas districts and universities are monitoring the inclement weather, as a winter storm is expected to impact the region.

Organizers say crews are stocking sand and salt and working with the city to keep guests, livestock and events safe as freezing weather approaches.