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West Austin bore the brunt of downed tree limbs.
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Live oaks and Ashe Junipers appeared to be especially hard hit by the ice. One reason is that they don't lose their leaves, providing more surface area on which ice can accumulate.
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About 20,000 customers were still without power Monday afternoon. Austin Energy says it can't guarantee restoration to all customers by Sunday because some damage was severe.
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The city has experienced ice storms in the past, but this week's wrecked local power lines like never before. Austin's tree-trimming policy and climate change played a big role.
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The city is asking people to call 311 instead of removing debris on the public right-of-way.
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Ashe juniper trees are starting to release their pollen again, which means people with seasonal allergies are feeling the effects.
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After a year of intense drought, late rains and cold weather brought bright fall colors to Central Texas trees.
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The oak tree near Fifth and Lamar is more than 500 years old. And it's the stuff of legends.
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From Texas Standard:Trees are scarce in the Texas Panhandle. Big trees are even scarcer.The region is droughty and windy. Blizzards and hail are common.…
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DALLAS – A recent collaboration involving the Texas A&M Forest Service and NASA scientists could help urban planners in Texas more quickly coordinate…