Temperatures in North Texas are expected to remain below freezing through Wednesday morning, prompting some municipalities in North Texas to adjust their operations in anticipation of the persistent conditions.
Dallas
Initially, Dallas officials announced they would reschedule court trials. However, the latest update shows that all Dallas County offices and courts have resumed normal operations as of Tuesday.
The customer service window of the municipal court will be open until 4:30 p.m.
The Dallas County Medical Examiner’s office faced challenges with its underground infrastructure. Speaking to WFAA, officials with the office said that the pipes of the Southwest Institute of Forensic Science building froze due to the freezing temperatures, cutting off running water and putting a pause on autopsies.
The office has since restored water to the building, and autopsies are expected to resume Wednesday morning.
As previously reported by The Dallas Express, the city’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade was rescheduled due to the weather. It is now set for January 20 at 9:00 a.m.
Garland
The Garland Government Center will remain closed on Tuesday.
Fort Worth
Residential garbage collection across Fort Worth will be delayed by one day this week.
Plano
Recreation centers and libraries opened late on Tuesday, delaying the start of operations until 10 a.m. All other facilities in the city are operating on their regular schedules.
Richardson
The city’s two recreation centers had a delayed start, opening Tuesday at 8 a.m.
North Richland Hills
Jurors called to appear at the North Richland Hills municipal court at 9 a.m. on Tuesday have been excused. For any inquiries, please contact [email protected].
Residential trash and recycling pickups for Tuesday have been called off, and the Richland Tennis Center and the Iron Horse Golf Course will remain closed.
City offices and facilities remain open on Tuesday.
Hurst
Republic Services has canceled Tuesday’s residential garbage collection, and recycling will be postponed until next week’s regular collection day.
