A severe winter storm has impacted large areas of Texas, particularly North and Central regions, leaving thousands without power. Residents in cities like Austin, Dallas, and Burleson are experiencing significant outages due to icy conditions. As the storm progresses, power restoration efforts are underway, with some success reported in Austin. Polling stations in Collin and Denton Counties have been closed, and early voting has been suspended as safety concerns rise. Authorities have provided guidance on what to do during power outages and how to report them. Live updates continue to monitor weather changes, with additional winter weather expected throughout the weekend.