Due to the continued extreme winter weather and ongoing widespread power outages, UT Arlington will remain closed through Friday, Feb. 19.

All classes in all modalities are canceled through Friday. Exams also are canceled. All distance education classes are canceled through Sunday, Feb. 21.

Essential personnel should continue to report to work. Remote workers do not need to report virtually for work through Friday. Employees should contact their supervisors with specific questions about their duties.

The University Center and The Commons will be open 24 hours a day.

UTA officials are continuing to assess the impact of the storm on campus operations. Continue to monitor uta.edu, UTA Facebook and Twitter, and MavWire and TrailBlazer enewsletters for additional information.

The city of Arlington has notified residents and UT Arlington campus to boil water before consumption, due to high demand and a possible water main break in the city.

All individuals who are on campus or live in Arlington should boil water for at least 5 minutes and then allow it to cool completely before using it for drinking water, brushing their teeth, cooking, washing their hands, etc. You may notice reduced water pressure until the situation is resolved.

Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all residents should follow these directions.

UTA will update our campus community when more information is available.

Read more info on the city’s boil water notice here.

The Arlington's warming centers are the:

• Dottie Lynn Recreation Center at 3200 Norwood Lane open until 8 p.m.
• Salvation Army at 712 W. Abram St.

Bring food, drink, and blankets, but no sleeping bags or bulky items. No meals, drinks, or overnight use available. No pets accepted. Face masks required.

Many churches also are open as warming centers.

Call 211 to find the closest warming shelter and find information on additional assistance and resources.

• For stranded motorists, those without power, and anyone in need of warmth, warming stations are available at locations across the state.
• The National Guard is deployed across Texas to conduct welfare checks and assist local authorities in helping those in need find a local warming station.

Call 911 for emergency issues related to power outages call 911 for assistance. Do not call 911 to inquire about power outages.

Arlington Water Utilities is asking customers to limit water usage in their homes and businesses today to only essential purposes.

While dripping faucets to keep pipes from freezing may be necessary, please curb other water uses such as laundry or dishwashing.

For more weather-related information, please go the City of Arlington’s website, Facebook page or Twitter page.