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Houston to Open 12 Warming Centers as Second Hard Freeze Looms

A freeze watch runs through Sunday morning with wind chills forecast in the 20s to mid-teens.

Overview

  • The city will open the sites at 5 p.m. Friday and keep them operating around the clock through the weekend.
  • Each location will offer blankets, snacks and water to residents seeking a warm place.
  • The National Weather Service has a freeze watch in effect for much of the area until Sunday morning.
  • City leaders urge people to safeguard plants, pets and pipes and to check on neighbors.
  • A published map lists the 12 multi-service and community centers designated as warming sites across Houston.