Why the viral terracotta pot heater is a dangerous myth: What to do instead

Staying warm during an ice storm is paramount, but a recent “trick" going around social media is not what you think it is and can actually be dangerous.

Houston winter storm: Weather forecast today, timeline, ice threat, live radar

A winter storm in Houston this weekend brings the threat of freezing temperatures, dangerous wind chills and icy road conditions. See the latest weather forecast, timeline, impacts, warnings and live coverage.

Houston winter storm: Warming centers open in Harris, Fort Bend, Brazoria counties

With the upcoming freezing weather, there may be several Houston residents who need a warm place to stay until temperatures start to warm up. Here is a list of warming centers in the Houston-area.

Weather in Houston: CenterPoint mobilizes 4,000 workers, preparing for infrastructure damage

CenterPoint Energy has mobilized a massive workforce of 3,300 line workers and 700 natural gas personnel as Southeast Texas prepares for a significant winter storm expected to bring ice and freezing winds Saturday night.

Houston winter storm: Latest timeline from John Dawson
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FOX 26 Houston Meteorologist John Dawson provides an update on the timeline of the winter storm headed into the Houston area.

Houston weather: Jan. 24 Noon winter storm update
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According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will begin dropping late Saturday evening, with heavy rain expected to transition into winter precipitation early Sunday.

Harris Health to close all outpatient clinics through Monday due to winter storm

Harris Health will close all outpatient and clinic facilities beginning at 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24, as southeast Texas braces for a severe winter storm.

Houston winter storm: Fort Bend County officials prepare for icy weather
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Fort Bend County Judge K.P. George and other officials discussed how the county is preparing for the winter storm that's expected to hit Saturday night through Sunday.

Houston weather: Freezing rain, sleet, snow possible
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Showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a temperature falling to around 35 by 5pm. Breezy, with a north wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Houston weather: Jan. 24 morning forecast
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Storms are rolling into southeast Texas this morning along the leading edge of colder air. Saturday afternoon will bring more scattered showers near and south of I-10. But north of I-10 some sleet could start to mix in with the rain as temperatures will be falling from north to south throughout the day.

Houston airports, METRO prepare for freezing conditions

Flights at both of Houston's major airports will continue to be impacted as the winter storm rolls in, and METRO is changing it's services as well.

Houston flights affected ahead of winter storm
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While Houston airports are prepping for the winter storm, your flight could still be impacted. FOX 26's Randy Wallace covers what to know, if you plan to fly.

Houston winter storm: Mayor pushes residents to be prepared
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While giving updates on Houston's preparations for the winter storm, Mayor John Whitmire made a call for residents to prepare themselves in advance. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann shares what city leaders had to say. 

Houston winter storm questions: Protecting pets, freeze time
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FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade answers viewer questions about the upcoming winter weather this weekend as of Friday, Jan. 23.

USPS warns of mail delivery delays in over 30 states

The Postal Service (USPS) is warning that mail delivery could be disrupted in dozens of states due to a severe winter storm.

H-E-B adjusts store hours ahead of Texas winter storm

Texas grocery giant H-E-B is adjusting their hours across the state ahead of this weekend's winter storm.