Harris County officials announced that all public-facing county services will be closed Monday, January 26, 2026, due to anticipated impacts from severe winter weather. The closure is intended to protect the safety of residents and county employees.
County Buildings and Services
While county facilities will continue operating for internal functions, buildings will not be open to the public and in-person services will be unavailable throughout the day. County leadership says it is closely monitoring weather conditions in coordination with the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
Libraries, Courts, and Jury Duty
All Harris County Public Library locations will be closed Monday. Court operations will also be affected, with Harris County Jury Service canceled for the day, including proceedings at the Jury Assembly Building on Congress Street.
Residents summoned for jury duty are not required to appear on January 26. Empaneled jurors should contact their assigned court directly for guidance. Courts, including district, justice, juvenile, criminal, and probate courts, as well as the Juvenile Justice Center, will be closed.
Warming Centers and Resources
Information on warming centers, overnight shelters, and transportation assistance is being updated as conditions change. Residents can find the latest updates at ReadyHarris.org. Transportation assistance may be available by calling 311, though services may vary based on weather conditions.
Staying Informed
County officials urge residents to remain weather-aware and follow local advisories. Updates on county operations and safety preparedness are available through official Harris County communication channels and at ReadyHarris.org. Residents can also text FREEZE to 888777 to receive winter weather alerts.
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