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(Harris County – January 25, 2026) - Due to anticipated impacts from severe winter weather, Harris County will close all public-facing County services on Monday, January 26, 2026, to protect the safety of residents and employees.

While County facilities will remain operational for internal functions, County buildings will not be open to the public, and in-person services will be unavailable for the day.

County leadership continues to monitor weather conditions closely in coordination with the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware and follow local advisories.

HARRIS COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES
All Harris County Public Library locations will be closed to the public on Monday, January 26, 2026.

COURT CLOSURES AND JURY DUTY
The closure of County offices also affects court operations. As a result, Harris County Jury Service is canceled on Monday, January 26, 2026. This includes courthouse facilities and the Harris County Jury Assembly at 1201 Congress Street.

JURY DUTY
If you were summoned for jury duty, you do not need to appear on Monday, January 26, 2026.If you are an empaneled juror for a specific court, please contact the court directly for any questions or concerns.

For more information, please visit the Harris County District Clerk’s website.

HARRIS COUNTY COURTS
The Harris County Courts, including the Harris County Juvenile Probation Departments (HCJPD), and the Juvenile Justice Center, will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. If you have any court-related inquiries, including questions regarding court schedules, please refer to the respective court’s website for updated information:

• District Courts of Harris County
• Harris County Justice Courts
• Harris County Juvenile Probation
• Harris County Criminal Courts at Law
• Harris County Probate Courts
• Office of Court Management

WARMING CENTERS AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Information on warming centers, overnight shelters, and transportation assistance is being updated as conditions change. Employees and residents seeking the most current information should visit ReadyHarris.org.

Transportation assistance may be available by calling 311. Hours of operation and service availability may change based on weather conditions, and updates will be shared as they become available.

SAFETY PREPAREDNESS & WARMING CENTERS INFO
Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is actively monitoring the situation. For the latest information on County operations and safety preparedness, residents are encouraged to visit ReadyHarris.org and follow official Harris County communication channels. Text FREEZE to 888777 to receive updated winter weather alerts.