First Freeze This WeekendThe City of Katy Office of Emergency Management wants residents to be aware that the 1st freeze will happen this weekend (Saturday, January 1, 2022 and Sunday, January 2, 2022). Colder conditions are expected on Sunday night, so additional hazards may be necessary. A cold front moving through the area this weekend will bring a dramatic change to the weather with much of the area experiencing freezing temperatures Saturday and Sunday night. Winds behind the front will remain elevated through Sunday morning bringing wind chill values Sunday morning down into the teens and twenties. Sunday night will be even colder as skies clear with freezing temperatures. Additional Freeze Watches or Warnings may be issued Sunday night.Remember the “Four P’s” of Cold Weather Safety:*Protect People: Wear appropriate clothes. *Protect Plants: Cover or bring sensitive plants indoors. *Protect Pets: Bring all pets indoors. *Protect Pipes: External pipes are the most vulnerable to bursting, so cover or empty pipes if possible.