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Arctic Cold Front Hits Houston: Warming Centers Open

1/26/2026

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An arctic cold front will impact Houston this weekend, bringing significant temperature drops and strong north winds.
Warming centers will open across the area, including Bayland Community Center, with some at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Many businesses and services, including municipal courts and health clinics, will close for the winter storm.
Warming centers will remain open as long as weather conditions require.
Residents are advised to stay indoors.

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Story summary

An arctic cold front will impact Houston this weekend, bringing significant temperature drops and strong north winds.
Warming centers will open across the area, including Bayland Community Center, with some at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Many businesses and services, including municipal courts and health clinics, will close for the winter storm.
Warming centers will remain open as long as weather conditions require.
Residents are advised to stay indoors.