This weekend’s winter weather in Houston brings cold and light ice, but it’s not a repeat of the severe 2021 ice storm. Infrastructure and conditions are much improved.

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.

Will this weekend's winter storm be like the historic 2021 freeze? Here are the key differences you can expect.

"This storm is not the same as 2021," said Bruce Clements, Williamson County's Director of Office of Emergency Management. "In 2021, we had literally weeks of issues with the roadways."

The Winter Storm that is set to impact Texas this weekend will bring frigid temps and wintry precipitation; How does it compare to 2021?

Chief Meteorologist Idolina Peralez and HTown Live host Maggie Flecknoe compare the 2021 winter storm conditions to what we are expecting this weekend.

What to do if you're feeling overwhelmed by the forecast.

The post on social media came after an uproar online by people accusing the senator of fleeing the state in an apparent repeat of the 2021 winter catastrophe.

Cold rain will transition to freezing rain by Saturday afternoon, followed by several days of below-freezing temperatures.