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ERCOT issues weather watch ahead of forecasted arctic air

Weather watch to last from Monday, Jan. 20 to Thursday, Jan. 23

Power lines crisscross. (Jerod Foster For The Texas Tribune, Jerod Foster For The Texas Tribune)

SAN ANTONIO – The Electric Reliability Council of Texas has issued a weather watch for a portion of next week due to forecasted cold weather, increased electricity demand and the possibility of lower energy reserves.

The weather watch lasts from Monday, Jan. 20, to Thursday, Jan. 23

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Despite the advisory, ERCOT officials said grid conditions are expected to remain normal, and there is currently no risk of an energy emergency.

ERCOT said it is closely monitoring the situation and will use all available tools to manage the state’s power grid, emphasizing a reliability-first approach.

An ERCOT weather watch is an early alert for weather events that could increase electricity demand and reduce reserves, according to the organization.

Officials stressed that no immediate action is required from the public but noted that reducing energy use during peak times can help lower grid demand and save on utility bills.


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Gabby Jimenez is a digital journalist at KSAT. Gabby is a San Antonio native and joined the KSAT team in January 2025. A proud LSU alumna, she has reported for newspapers in Louisiana and Virginia, earning a Virginia Press Association award for Combination Photo and Story in 2024.

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