Cold weather poses threat to Houston Ship Channel traffic

The US Coast Guard warned that cold weather, high winds and reduced visibility may impact vessel traffic in the Houston Ship Channel this week.

MAP: Today's weather forecast in the Houston-Galveston area. US National Weather Service

Strong winds and low temperatures last week caused low wind chills in the Houston-Galveston region, the US Coast Guard said in its latest status report. It forecast freezing temperatures will return in the coming days.

The Houston Ship Channel is a key waterway for vessels coming in and out of ports in the Houston area, including Houston, Galveston, Baytown and Texas City.

By Nithin Chandran

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