National Weather Service predicts freezing temps might be even colder than expected for this weekend's winter storm, placing Houston under extreme cold watch.

HOUSTON — Houston Police Chief Noe Diaz issued a stern warning Friday as a winter storm approaches the city, urging residents not to tie up emergency lines with calls about weather conditions or road updates.

As another round of winter weather threatens southeast Texas, many Houstonians are reflecting on Winter Storm Uri, the devastating freeze that paralyzed the region in February 2021.

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.

It's still several days off, but we could see winter weather this weekend. Impact and timing will likely change, but we want to give you an early heads up!

Family-owned and smaller hardware chains are preparing along with the rest of the region by stocking up on supplies to protect homes and stay warm.