How to turn off the water to your house

First, try to call the city and see if they can dispatch someone to turn off the water to your house if you have a busted pipe. But, it is always good to have the tools on hand if there is an emergency. Here is what to do.

How to turn off the water to your house

A major concern during freezing weather is pipes bursting. If you have a busted pipe, the first thing you need to do is shut off the water to your house and drain the pipes.

LIVE VIDEO: Houston road conditions

The snow has stopped falling in Houston, but there is some black ice on the roads across the area. Keep an eye on the roads here.

Houston weather: What is black ice?

Black ice is a deadly driving hazard defined as patchy ice on roadways or other transportation surfaces that cannot easily be seen.

Harris County Sheriff's Office reports 168 crashes due to snowy, icy Roads

The Harris County Sheriff's Office has reported 168 vehicle crashes since Friday night due to icy roads. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez warns that conditions may worsen as temperatures drop, potentially delaying emergency response times. Residents are advised to avoid travel if possible.