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Don't forget, sprinklers count as pipes you should protect ahead of the winter storm. FOX 26's Angie Rodriguez spoke with a Houston repairman on what homeowners should do before the storm hits.

If you have a generator on standby for this weekend's winter storm, FOX 26's Tom Zizka has a checklist you should go through before turning your generator on.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire and other city leaders spoke on Friday ahead of this weekend's winter storm. FOX 26's Jillian Hartmann gives a recap of the press conference.

CenterPoint Energy gave a Friday evening update on their preparations for the winter storm hitting the Greater Houston area this weekend.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire and other local leaders spoke on the city's preparations and plans for this weekend's winter storm.

A strong Arctic front is expected to push through midday to late Saturday and all day Sunday, bringing a dramatic and rapid drop in temperatures along with gusty north winds. FOX 26 Remeisha Shade has the latest forecast for the winter storm as of Friday evening.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning and an extreme cold warning for several Houston area counties ahead of plunging temperatures this weekend.

A winter storm warning and an extreme cold warning are in effect for several Houston area counties ahead of plunging temperatures this weekend. Here's a look at the timing of the winter storm.

During the 2021 freeze, temperatures got down to the teens, but for this winter weather will stick more in the 20s for the Houston-area. We'll have rain move through Saturday followed by the significant temperature drop which will cause some sleet and ice.

Shoppers at a Houston-area Kroger were stocking up ahead of freezing temperatures — with bottled water in especially high demand. FOX 26's Karys Belger spoke with local shoppers. 

One local group isn't letting Houston's most vulnerable freeze. "Together 4 Texas" is on the move turning donations into a lifeline for those on the streets. FOX 26 Reporter Jillian Hartmann has more.

Freezing temperatures are expected this weekend in the Houston area which could mean death for stray dogs and cats in the area. FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace explains. 

Confidence is high that a powerful arctic front will move into the region Saturday, bringing a rapid and significant drop in temperatures along with strong north winds. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect, signaling the potential for sleet or icing on roadways as colder air undercuts lingering moisture. An Extreme Cold Advisory has also been issued, highlighting the arrival of dangerously cold wind chills behind the front. The exact timing of when temperatures fall below freezing in the greater Houston area remains uncertain. Temps will plunge for areas north of town closer to Huntsville and College Station early Saturday, then most likely Saturday evening for Houston itself.