Cold weather will arrive in Anza and the mountain communities any day now. Freezing temperatures are common at this time of year, but sometimes bitter cold and vicious winds can take some homeowners by surprise.Frozen and broken water pipes, dead car batteries, shivering livestock, low supplies of warming fuel and iced windshields have plagued many in the valley year after year.There are many things that can be done to prepare your home, car and animals for the cold season, so that you are ready when the mercury dips below 32 degrees.Winterizing your home is crucial. Storms and freezes can cause dry rot, downed tree branches, roof leaks, broken water pipes and flooding. Preparing for the worst in advance will help protect your property, buildings and trees.Exterior home mai