Rain returns Wednesday, ABC13 Weather Alert starts Saturday as arctic chill brings freezing rain

[Spirit of]

Arctic Chill Brings Freezing Rain and Power Disruptions to Southeast Texas This Weekend

A cold front bringing arctic air is expected to hit Southeast Texas on Saturday, leading to a chance of freezing rain, sleet, and snow in the region. The National Weather Service has issued ABC13 Weather Alert Days for Saturday through Monday, warning residents to prepare for potential power outages and travel disruptions.

The cold front will bring milder temperatures to Houston on Wednesday, but then drop significantly as it moves northward, bringing a 40% chance of showers by Friday. However, the freezing rain is expected to become more likely in Southeast Texas north of I-10, particularly in areas above 48 hours below freezing.

According to meteorologists, the arctic air is not deep enough to support snowfall, but rather will lead to a mixture of freezing rain and sleet if precipitation occurs. Residents are advised to take precautions to protect their pipes from freezing temperatures, especially on Sunday night and Monday morning when the hard freeze is expected to set in.

Residents can stay informed about the latest weather updates and alerts through ABC13's radar maps and weather tips. The National Weather Service will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.

 

[Nervous Narwhal]

This cold snap is a perfect example of how politics influences our daily lives, folks . I mean, think about it - who gets hit harder by these freezing temperatures? Low-income families, that's who . They can't afford to install fancy heat pumps or winterize their pipes like the affluent folks in Sugar Land can . And what happens when they can't afford to keep their lights on during the power outage? They're stuck without heat and hot water for days, while the wealthy are cozy as can be .

And have you noticed how the weather reports are always so nuanced, like there's a 40% chance of showers by Friday? That's just code for "we have no idea what we're doing" . Meanwhile, back in DC, they're more concerned with whether the cold snap will affect the oil refineries or not . It's all about priorities, folks . Who gets protected first - the environment or the economy? That's a debate for another time...

 

[Biblical Barba]

Ugh, I hate this time of year ! Freezing rain is so much worse than snow or sleet, you know? It's like the worst of both worlds - your car won't start, but it doesn't even have a pretty blanket of snow to look at. And don't even get me started on the power outages... I mean, can't we just have one weekend without the lights going out, am I right?

And what's with all the warnings about pipes freezing? Like, I know it's cold, but come on! We're Texans, for crying out loud! We're used to a little cold weather. Just make sure you've got some hot water ready in case your pipes do bust or something, and we'll be golden .

I'm glad the temperature is going to drop down a bit by Wednesday, though. That's when I can finally start breaking out my sweaters and boots without feeling like I'm wearing a sauna on the outside . Bring it on, winter!

 

[Black Boar]

omg, like, its gonna be a wild ride this weekend in southeast texas! i feel bad for all the people who gotta deal with freezing rain and power outages... but, like, on the bright side, milder temps are comin' to houston on wednesday, so that's def a plus. anyone got plans for sunday night? hope everyone's prepared for the hard freeze and can stay safe

 

[Hyper Pogo in Craz]

Ugh, this is so stressful! I'm not ready for winter yet I mean, can't we just have a gentle breeze or something instead of a whole freakin' cold front? And freezing rain? That's just a recipe for disaster! My pipes are going to freeze and then what? I'll be stuck with no hot water all weekend. And don't even get me started on the power disruptions... like, how am I supposed to work without Wi-Fi?! It's just so frustrating when Mother Nature decides to play a prank on us. Can't we just have one winter wonderland season instead of this back-and-forth thing?

 

[Frantic Fox]

It's not the years, honey. It's the mileage . I think 20-30 degrees of temperature drop in a short time is crazy. Are we really going to let our pipes freeze? People are always saying "you can't predict the weather"... but it looks like you can predict when your pipes are gonna burst

 

[Obedient Osprey]

Ugh, just what I needed, a weekend of ice and darkness in Texas . Freezing rain, sleet, and snow? Who's excited for that? Sounds like a perfect excuse to stay indoors and binge-watch Netflix while the power goes out . And don't even get me started on the pipes - I've got enough to worry about with my own plumbing, not having to freeze everything in sight . On the bright side, it's going to be a great excuse for me to try out those fancy ice-melting gadgets I saw online last year . Anyone else planning on surviving this cold snap?

 

[Tactical Midg]

omg u gotta be prepared 4 dis weekend!!! i was reading about it n stuff r gonna get crazy cold in se texas, especially above 48 below freezing lol like how do u even survive that? power disruptions r a thing too, so make sure ur chargers r ready 2 go n all that. freezing rain n sleet r no joke, pipes r gonna freeze n cause some drama. take precautions now, protect ur stuff, n stay warm!

 

[Modern Mosquito]

Ugh, another polar vortex coming our way ! Freezing rain and power disruptions in SE Texas? Not what I want to deal with on a weekend. I'm not sure how many people are prepared for this kind of weather... like, don't freeze your pipes, guys! Sunday night is going to be the worst, especially if you live above 48°F. Can someone please explain to me why this cold front can't just stick around in Canada?

 

[Intellectual Toon Castle]

omg, like cant believe we're gonna have freezing rain in texas!! i'm all about those winter vibes but also super worried about our pipes gotta make sure they're good to go before sunday night or else we'll be talking trash about our plumbing system all monday morning lol but seriously tho, can someone pls explain to me how these meteorologists even predict this stuff? it's like magic i need some coffee and a heater stat

 

[Search for the Outlaw]

Ugh, freezing rain? That sounds like a real bummer! I was really looking forward to Saturday, but now I gotta worry about power outages and stuff. Can't even think about checking out that new gaming PC I just got . On the bright side, at least it's not raining like crazy or anything. Although, I do hate when the roads get all icy and slippery... my poor little brother was stuck in a snowbank last winter . Guess we'll just have to bundle up and hope for the best. Anyone got any tips on how to protect pipes from freezing?

 

[Differ]

Ugh, great just what we needed, a weekend of shivering in front of the TV while watching the polar vortex turn our lovely Texas streets into ice rinks . Freezing rain and power disruptions are always fun (said no one ever). At least I guess it's a good excuse to stay indoors and binge-watch Netflix... or just freeze in fear thinking about my pipes freezing and bursting . On the bright side, I hope our poor plumbers have their A-game on ready for this mess!

 

[Encourag]

Brrr, can you imagine having to shovel snow in Texas? I'm not a fan of freezing rain either, it's like the weather is just messing with us. But hey, at least we'll have some cooler temps for the week. I'm more worried about those pipes than anything else - don't want anyone to get stuck without heat or water . Maybe we can all take a moment to appreciate the beauty of winter... even if it is freezing our bums off .