Posted on · Hurricane Harvey was the most costly and dangerous storm to ever hit the Houston area. Today, we talk with Former Harris County Judge Ed Emmett and Former PIO for the Harris County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Francisco Sanchez, about their memories of those hours and days. Plus, are we better prepared for the next storm?
Posted on · Judge Ed Emmett says there’s “no question” Harris County needs another reservoir, in addition to the Addicks and Barker, to protect the region against floods like the ones Harvey spawned. Preliminary estimates put the price of construction at $500 million.
Posted on · "It's always good to tell people to 'stay safe' during a disaster just in case they didn't know." - @TheCatWhisprer via Twitter
Posted on · Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is working with the state’s congressional delegation to get funding for long-sought water infrastructure projects into the next Harvey relief bill. That could include money to build a third reservoir for Houston.
Posted on · They’re practicing some of the lessons learned the last time they had to do this after Hurricane Ike.
Posted on · Tropical Storm Cindy barely brushed Houston, which may cause residents to roll their eyes at future storm warnings.
Posted on · Gov. Greg Abbott announced a plan to stop gangs in Harris County, but did not notify local law enforcement about his plans.
Posted on · He says it would improve the facility’s management and Judge Emmett supports his idea.
Posted on · Supporters of Senate Bill 2 say the measure is needed to keep people from losing their homes. Opponents say it would starve local government of funding needed to provide critical services – and charge the bill’s author with using misleading statistics to make his case.
Posted on · The goal is improving flood control in Brays, Hunting and White Oak bayous.
Posted on · Judge Emmett says the state of Texas will provide resources in case of a local outbreak.
Posted on · Mayor Sylvester Turner, Harris County judge Ed Emmett and members of the Islamic Society of Greater Houston participate in Eid al-Fitr services at NRG Center.
Posted on · Some areas will see rising water for a few more days, but at a much slower and more manageable rate.