Hurricane Harvey
With Memories Of Allison, Houstonians Realize Harvey Is “No Joke”
Posted on · With Harvey making a fast approach, those in the hurricane's path express fears and concerns regarding the destructive weather.
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Houston Matters
How to Stay Safe in the Houston Heat
Posted on · With the Texas summer comes the often oppressive Texas heat, which can be dangerous if you’re not mindful of it. Whether you’re planning a trip outdoors or even just staying home for the summer, it’s important to know how to keep you and your loved ones safe from excessive heat. To discuss what to keep […]
News
Tornado Warning For Galveston, Flash Flood Watch In Effect For Houston
Posted on · The National Weather Service issued a flash flood watch Monday as showers and thunderstorms moved across the region.
News
Houston Dodges Worst Of Texas Thunderstorms
Posted on · The National Weather Service has canceled a Flash Flood Watch that was originally in effect until 4 p.m. Monday.
News
Warnings In Effect As Severe Thunderstorms Move Across Houston Region
Posted on · A tornado watch is in effect for parts of Southeast Texas, including the Harris County area until 1 p.m. Tuesday, the NWS said. Tornado Warnings and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were also issued for various areas throughout the morning.
News
High Water Locations Reported Across Houston, Flash Flood Warning Issued
Posted on · Severe thunderstorms produced heavy rain and flooding across the Greater Houston area Wednesday morning.
News
Flash Flood Watch In Effect Through Noon
Posted on · A flash flood watch is expected to remain in effect through noon Monday for Harris, Liberty, Brazoria, Galveston and Chambers counties.
News
Houston’s Arts Community Feels The Sting Of Summer’s Severe Weather
Posted on · The severe rain and flooding earlier this summer have made outdoor events tricky for many, from the biggest to the smallest arts organizations.
Weather
More Rain Brings Concern To Areas Already Flooded
Posted on · Residents across the Houston region were on alert Thursday as severe thunderstorms poured even more rain on areas already experiencing major flooding.
Weather
Thunderstorms Bring More Heavy Rain, Flooding To Houston Area
Posted on · A flash flood watch is in effect until Saturday evening for all of Southeast Texas as more severe weather hit rain weary areas.
Weather
Rain Forecast As Flooding Persists In Kingwood
Posted on · A river flood warning remained in effect Tuesday for the West Fork San Jacinto.
Houston Matters
Why Houston Needs More Weather Balloons
Posted on · Maybe you made one in school science class — a weather balloon you were told would help predict the weather. These days, with Doppler radar and 3D weather screens on the nightly news, you’ve probably forgotten all about them. Funny thing though: weather forecasters haven’t. Their simple technology can help predict those massive storms — or help […]
Houston Matters
Understanding Houston Weather: Frank Billingsley Answers Your Questions
Posted on · We live in a complex and fascinating meteorological world — one here in Greater Houston that is mercifully largely snow and ice-free. As Houston transitions from its own brand of winter into the inevitable heat and humidity of a long summer preceded by an all-too-short spring (hereby dubbed “sprummer”) we welcome your questions about weather: how it […]
Weather
County Officials Say The Key To Protecting Lives And Property Is Being Proactive
Posted on · The severe weather didn’t have that much impact in our region.
Houston Matters
Houston’s Population Growth Could Mean An Increase In Extreme Heat
Posted on · The consequences of Greater Houston’s population growth have been well documented – from its effect on traffic, to housing, to urban development. But it also could have another effect – it could be making this an even hotter place to live in coming decades, according to ongoing research using Houston as a predictor of what’s […]