Could it snow in Houston this weekend? We're tracking an arctic blast and the potential for freezing rain, icy conditions, and concerns of a "hard freeze". Here's the latest forecast and timeline.

Officials don't expect widespread power outages, though Texans could still see local power outages if ice or falling tree branches knock out power lines.

City officials encourage residents to stay off the roads and winter-proof their properties ahead of expected freezing weather.

ERCOT, which operates the Texas power grid, has issued an advisory for "extreme cold weather" in Texas. TEXAS, USA — The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has issued an advisory for "extreme cold weather" ahead of the expected winter storm in Texas this weekend.