From staff reports
Updated at 11:08 a.m.
Publisher’s Note: We are working on keeping a comprehensive list of all cancellations and impacts. A bridge closure (4 in Del Rio) isn’t a closure but there is an impact). However, as much as we want it to be comprehensive, we know it’s not. Before you go to a planned event, call ahead and ensure there have been no impacts or closures.
Found out today our winter storm is named Fern. It seems like Saturday and Sunday morning have been quiet, probably due to the fact people just wanted to stay in and warm. According to AEP, there are 76 homes out of power in Val Verde County. We are being told of outages on Eagle Pass Hill, but from what we see on AEP’s website, it’s not reflected there.
Temps are around 24 degrees, according to weather sites.
According to DriveTexas.org, there are five major accidents in the state, lots of cold stuff but very calm in our region. (See above picture)
90 from Lake Amistad to Comstock
Have recently had several messages from law enforcement officers who are asking we do a quick post advising that Hwy 90 between Lake Amistad and Comstock has patches of ice. It’s not going to be closed, but they ask that you drive carefully.
Bridges in Del Rio closed
These are the bridges presently closed in the city limits of Del Rio that we have information on.
Bridge closures update based on information received from dispatch, the following bridges are currently closed:
- Losoya Street to Gillis Ave bridge (near Memo’s)
- Canal Street bridge
- Academy Street bridge
- Johnson Street to Taini Avenue bridge
Laughlin isn’t closed ‘but’…
(Their words here) Due to the inclement weather, Laughlin AFB will close at 10:00 p.m. Saturday, 24 Jan until 11:00 a.m. Sunday, 25 Jan. The West Gate will remain open for residents and emergency responders.
Travel should be restricted for mission essential and emergencies only.
Lodging continues to operate. Additional details of which services will resume operations will be made available on social media and FSS websites based on conditions in the morning Sunday.
What’s Opening
City has opened a warming center at the Chihuahua Center at 1401 Las Vacas Center at 6 p.m.
According to AEP, Kinney County has opened a warming center in Brackettville at
408 S Ann St, Brackettville, Jimmy Earnest, Open 10AM – 6PM 1/24 &1/25/26.
Not happening
All SFDR-CISD activities are canceled throughout the weekend.
Canceled worship services (that have been reported to us)
- First Presbyterian Church Del Rio
Worship services and all in-person activities are canceled today due to freezing weather. - Esperanza First Del Rio
Morning services canceled to keep people safe amid expected severe conditions. - Del Rio Bible Church / Ash Creek Baptist (not in business list)
Sunday School and worship services are canceled for Jan. 25. - Central Church of Christ (Del Rio Central Church of Christ)
Sunday services canceled for today given dangerous weather conditions. - First Presbyterian Church Del Rio
Worship services and all in-person activities are canceled today due to freezing weather. - St. James Episcopal Church
- Worship services will be online at 9 a.m.
- Esperanza First Del Rio
Morning services canceled to keep people safe amid expected severe conditions. - Del Rio Bible Church / Ash Creek Baptist
Sunday School and worship services are canceled for Jan. 25. - Central Church of Christ (Del Rio Central Church of Christ)
Sunday services canceled for today given dangerous weather conditions. - St. Francis of Assisi (LAFB) Mass moved to 4:00 p. m.
- First Christian Church has canceled services.
- Del Rio Bible Church has canceled services.
NOT CANCELED BUT SHIFTING SERVICE TIME
- Promise Land Church is only having a noon service
- City Church Del Rio Will shift service time — no traditional 10 a.m. service; later service planned.
PLEASE, AT LEAST CHECK CHURCH’S FACEBOOK IF YOU ATTEMPT GOING TO SERVICES TODAY. WE CAN ONLY POST INFORMATION SUBMITTED OR FOUND.
These are the only services reported to us. If you’re aware of others, post in Facebook comments and we’ll post in the first update Sunday. However, even it if’s not listed here, check with your house of faith before leaving home.
Monday impacts
St. James Episcopal Church will start at 10 a.m.
SFDR-CISD
Elementary classes will begin at 9:45 a.m. with bus routes beginning at 9:00 a.m.
Secondary classes (6th – 12th grade) will begin at 10:30 a.m., with bus routes beginning at 9:30 a.m.
Staff Reporting Times
Security Personnel: Report at 7:00 a.m.
Essential Staff (Cafeteria staff, Custodians and Maintenance): Report at 8:30 a.m.
All Campus Staff: Report 45 minutes prior to start of classes
Non-Campus Administrative and Support Staff: Report at 10:00 a.m.
City of Del Rio non-essential offices will open at 1 p.m. Monday.
All Val Verde County offices will open at 10 a.m. Monday. This includes Val Verde courts. Road crew members need to contact supervisors.
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