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Snowfall officially returned to Texas this week as a winter system moved across the Panhandle, delivering light accumulation and prompting travel cautions from the National Weather Service (NWS).

According to the NWS, snow first reached the western combined Panhandles around 3 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, affecting communities including Amarillo, Borger, Claude, Dalhart and Dumas. The system continued through the night and into the early hours of Thursday, December 4.

“Good very early morning panhandles. We still have the winter system impacting the region that will continue to cause snowfall. Slippery to icy road conditions can still be expected this morning so use caution during the commute,” NWS Amarillo posted on X Thursday morning.

Forecasters noted that most of the snowfall is light, though there is a 20–40% chance of moderate bands forming in the southern Texas Panhandle during the mid-morning. These pockets could produce up to one inch of snow before conditions improve. The agency added that one final round of light snow is pushing east of Amarillo.

The NWS expects most precipitation to taper off around noon. Until then, officials warn of slick roadways, icy sidewalks and reduced visibility. Drivers are urged to avoid cruise control and maintain safe distances between vehicles.

The snowfall comes as other news unfolds across the state, including Houston attorney Tony Buzbee’s announcement that he will represent the family of Brianna Aguilera, the Texas A&M student who died after attending a University of Texas at Austin tailgate.