Houston-area winter storm closures: Trash service, clinics, roads and more

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Businesses across the Houston-area are bracing for icy roads, possible power outages, and freezing temperatures this weekend. Here’s what Houstonians can expect to be closed during the winter storm.

City of Houston Municipal Courts

The Municipal Courts Department will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, according to The City of Houston.

Beginning at 8 a.m., there will be:

No trials by judge or jury.

No arraignments.

No parking adjudication hearings.

No jury service.

No weddings.

Harris Health Clinics

Harris Health said that all of its Ambulatory Care Services’ (outpatient and clinic) facilities will be closed starting at 4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 24, through Monday, Jan. 26.

For a full list of health center, same-day clinic, urgent care, and special facility closures, visit the Harris Health website.

Space Center Houston

Space Center Houston said that it will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25. All tours, experiences, camps, and events have been cancelled.

Solid Waste Management

The City of Houston said that it will monitor the weather conditions and operate accordingly. They will run on the following schedule:

Saturday, Jan. 24 – All Neighborhood Depositories and Recycling drop-off centers will be closed.

Monday, Jan. 26 – All residential collection services are suspended, all offices and facilities closed.

Tuesday, Jan. 27 – Service status will be determined following an assessment of weather and operational conditions on Monday.

Harris County Vote Centers

All Harris County vote centers for the CD-18 special runoff election will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25 and Monday, Jan. 26.

METRO HOV/HOT Lanes

All METRO HOV/HOT lanes, including the I-10 Katy-CBD ramp, will be closed starting at 8 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 24, according to METRO. Officials said that closures will remain in effect until Tuesday morning.

Lakewood Church Services

Although Lakewood Church will be open as a warming center, the staff said that it will be closed for weekend services. All services will be held virtually on Sunday, Jan. 25 at 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.