As an Arctic front moves in, Texas is preparing for a dramatic drop in temperatures next week, with various regions expected to experience freezing conditions and the possibility of snow and ice. Houston is particularly bracing for its first hard freeze of the season, while North Texas is also facing significant impacts with wintry weather likely on Monday and Tuesday. The National Weather Service warns that dangerously cold air is set to invade the state, with wind chills potentially reaching the teens in some areas. Residents are being urged to prepare for hazardous conditions, including the potential for winter precipitation across multiple counties.