What’s Closed in Abilene and the Big Country Due to the Weather

Winter weather continues to impact Abilene and surrounding communities, and dangerous road conditions have led to widespread closures across the area. Ice, sleet, and refreezing overnight temperatures are making travel risky, prompting schools, medical facilities, city services, and businesses to shut their doors for safety.

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Officials continue urging residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary. Here’s a current list of closures and service disruptions around the Big Country.

Transportation & City Services

Icy roads have forced changes to public services in Abilene:

• CityLink Bus Services are not operating
• Abilene Waste Management has suspended trash pickup
• Non-essential City of Abilene facilities are closed, with many expected to remain closed through Monday

Medical Facilities & Health Services

Several healthcare-related facilities are also closed due to road conditions:

• Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) - Abilene is closed
• Abilene Community Health Center is closed
• Hendrick Medical Supply is closed
• Hendrick Wound Care is closed
• Various doctors’ offices and clinics across the area have also closed or delayed opening

Patients are encouraged to contact providers directly for updates or rescheduling information.

Travel & Public Facilities

The weather has also impacted travel and public gathering spots:

• Abilene Regional Airport is closed
• Abilene Public Library, both Main and South Branch locations are closed
• Abilene Zoo is closed

Schools & Universities

Educational institutions across the area have announced closures:

• Abilene ISD
• Wylie ISD
• Abilene Christian University (ACU)
• Cisco College in Cisco and Abilene
• Hardin-Simmons University
• McMurry University (in-person classes cancelled)
• TLCA (Texas Leadership Charter Academies)
• St. John's Episcopal School
• Region 14 Education Service Center
• Merkel ISD
• Albany ISD
• Anson ISD
• Aspermont ISD
• Clyde CISD
• Coleman ISD
• Colorado City ISD
• Comanche ISD
• Cross Plains ISD
• TSCT (Texas State Technical College) Abilene, Breckenridge, Brownwood, and Sweetwater Campuses

Parents and students should monitor school communication channels for updates on closings and reopenings.

Businesses & Venues

• The Mall of Abilene may be delayed open
• Many restaurants and local businesses are closed due to hazardous street conditions

Business hours may change quickly depending on the weather and road improvements.

Check Before You Go

Because conditions can change rapidly, residents are encouraged to check directly with schools, businesses, and service providers for the latest information before heading out.

Road conditions may improve during the day, but can quickly worsen again after sunset as temperatures drop and moisture refreezes.

Staying home when possible helps keep you safe and reduces the need for emergency responders to be on dangerous roads.

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