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COVID-19 Could Hinder Region’s Response To A Hurricane Or Tropical Storm
Posted on · Today marks the official start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season. NOAA predicts an active season, with up to 19 named storms.
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Weather
Houston Area On Edge As Flash Flood Threat, Heavy Rains Continue
Posted on · Matagorda and Brazoria Counties saw the heaviest rains from Tropical Storm Imelda overnight. Forecasters expect heavy rains to move northward Wednesday afternoon.
Weather
Weakened Barry Unleashes A Final Blast Of Torrential Rains
Posted on · Barry was downgraded from a tropical storm on Sunday afternoon, but its torrential rains continued to pose a threat Monday.
Hurricane
A Houston Newcomers Guide To Hurricanes And Storm Prep
Posted on · With hurricane season underway, here are some tips to stay safe.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Hurricane Season Preparedness, And One Architect’s Dream To Repurpose The Astrodome (July 9, 2019)
Posted on · On Tuesday's Houston Matters: We continue to monitor and prepare you for potential storms between now and the end of hurricane season, and architect James Richards discusses his proposal to repurpose the Astrodome. We also talk with several members of Houston's Mahatma Gandhi District, and we hear from Houston-based jazz/soul singer, Madeline Edwards.
Weather
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Alberto Already In Gulf Of Mexico But No Threat To Texas, Harris County Says
Posted on · The first named storm of the 2018 Hurricane Season, Subtropical Storm Alberto, has formed in the eastern Gulf Coast, but is not a threat to Texas
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National Hurricane Center Increases Chance Of Tropical Storm ‘Alberto’ Forming Into The Gulf Of Mexico
Posted on · If this disturbance develops into a tropical storm, it will be named Alberto
Weather
Potential Tropical Storm ‘Alberto’ Expected To Move Into the Gulf of Mexico
Posted on · The National Hurricane Center said that the concern for the Houston area is low at the moment
News
WATCH LIVE: Experts Discuss How Ocean’s Conditions Made Harvey Worse
Posted on · Panelistsl discuss Harvey’s atypical storm surge, the strong ocean currents it generated, and the large amount of ocean heat that contributed to the storm’s rapid intensification
News
UPDATE: Offshore Oil Platforms Evacuated Due To Nate
Posted on · Nate formed in the western Caribbean Sea and moved into Central America on Thursday.
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UPDATE: Tropical Storm Nate To Hit U.S. Gulf Coast As A Hurricane, Not a Threat To Texas
Posted on · The storm is expected to possibly impact the northeastern Yucatan Peninsula, including Cozumel and Cancun, in Mexico; landfall in the U.S.is expected between Louisiana and Florida
Houston Matters
Queensbury Theatre Hosts ‘Houston Artists for Harvey Relief’ Benefit Concert
Posted on · Houston Public Media's Ernie Manouse previews an upcoming benefit show for Harvey victims.
Hurricane Harvey
Harvey’s Devastation Had Most Impact In Areas Of Lowest Income
Posted on · Hurricane Harvey was good at spreading misery over people of all incomes. But in places where resources were already slim, Harvey was the last thing they needed.
Hurricane Harvey
Half A Million Cars Could Be Lost To Harvey’s Waters
Posted on · From Texas Standard: Up to 500,000 cars took on water during Hurricane Harvey. Not having a vehicle in car-dependent Texas could be a significant...
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Mexico Still Dealing With Earthquake Damage, Rescinds Offers To Provide Aide In Texas
Posted on · As the Mexican government continues to handle its own natural disasters, they have decided not to help in the Texas relief efforts.