Weather
Cold front to bring freezing temps, strong winds to Georgetown December 10-12
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The first freeze of the winter season may hit Georgetown this week, according to the National Weather Service. From December 10 through the 12, a cold front is expected to make temperatures drop, with the chance of a light freeze the morning of December 11.
Tuesday, December 10, 2024
State Highway 130 lanes close due to multiple-car accident
Kaitlyn Wilkes
The City of Georgetown posted on social media at 8:37 a.m. on Monday that State Highway 130 lanes southbound at the Interstate 35 exit are closed due to a multiple-vehicle accident.
The vehicle accident occurred at Patriot Way, according to the post.
Monday, January 15, 2024
Wildfires, heat-related illness prevalent in the summer
Kaitlyn Wilkes
As Texas dives into the dog days of summer, residents should be aware of ways to stay safe while outdoors in the heat and how to prevent wildfire in the dry weather.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023
A drone photo shows damage near Granger from a tornado in 2022.
One year after Wilco tornado outbreak, here's how you can be prepared
Kate St. Clair
Warmer weather is on the way, but cold fronts and storms moving through Central Texas this time of year can create some severe weather situations, with the potential of tornadoes.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Crews continue to clean up limbs from the ice storm in February. Photo Courtesy City of Georgetown
Williamson County extends ice storm Disaster Declaration
Kate St. Clair
Williamson County again extended its local disaster declaration made following the ice storm on January 31 as restoration and recovery efforts continue.
The initial declaration was extended until March 9. It was lengthened Tuesday by an additional 90 days to June 5.
Monday, March 13, 2023
Residents continue to clear tree limbs from their properties. (Photo by Andy Sharp)
How to handle tree debris, pickups in Georgetown and across Wilco cities
Brigid Cooley
Two extra tree disposal services are being offered to Georgetown residents later this month to assist in removing fallen branches and tree debris following the ice storm.
Special services being provided by the city include a curbside pick up beginning on Monday, February 27, for tree limbs.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
, District 6 Council Member Jake French cuts a tree in North Old Town the week of the storm. (Photo courtesy Jen Bradac)
Community, Georgetown council members cleans up after ice storm
Brigid Cooley
Despite foggy skies and chilly temperatures, more than 50 volunteers gathered at the Berry Creek Racquet Club, 449 Champions Drive, Saturday morning to help neighbors cut and break down branches hanging from trees damaged by last week’s winter storm.
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
A vehicle ran into a utility pole at the intersection of County Road 414 and County Road 417 Wednesday, February 1, south of Granger Lake. (Photos by Andy Sharp)
Photos: Scenes from this week's ice storm in Williamson County
Andy Sharp
A major ice storm in Williamson County left many areas without power, with downed trees throughout the area. Temperatures began to climb above the freezing mark by Thursday.
Saturday, February 4, 2023
City of Georgetown offers updates about ice storm
Katherine Hamilton
The City of Georgetown released the following alerts Wednesday afternoon to help residents get through the rest of the ongoing ice storm.
City facility closures
City facilities and some services will remain closed Thursday, February 2.
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Georgetown, Jarrell ISDs remain closed through Thursday, February 2
Katherine Hamilton
Georgetown and Jarrell ISDs have canceled classes and all school activities for Thursday, February 2, the districts said this afternoon.
Wednesday, February 1, 2023