Hurricane
After A Close Call From Hurricane Laura, Houston Renews Calls For A Storm Barrier
Posted on · The Ike Dike would help protect the region against a massive storm surge event.
Hurricane
Weather
Harris County Commissioner Warns Storm Surge Could Cripple Houston’s Ship Channel
Posted on · Harris County Commissioner Adrian Garcia said the Ike Dike alone, when or if it’s built, wouldn’t be enough to guard against the effects of a direct hit from a hurricane.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Lessons of Hurricane Laura
Posted on · Experts discuss the storm aftermath, recovery/rescue, and how the Houston area should prepare for future hurricanes.
Hurricane Laura
Buses Will Take Hurricane Laura Evacuees Back Home Friday, Austin Says
Posted on · Officials said most evacuees in the area came from Galveston, which is no longer under a mandatory evacuation order.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Preparing for Hurricane Laura
Posted on · Experts discuss the potential impact of Hurricane Laura.
Weather
La Marque Nursing Home Shelters In Place As Laura Approaches
Posted on · The Bayou Pines Care Center in La Marque is under lockdown, out of concern for post-storm looting.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and Epidemiologist Dr. Catherine Troisi (July 23, 2020)
Posted on · Judge Hidalgo gives an update on Harris County’s COVID situation, and an epidemiologist answers your questions.
Weather
National Weather Service Seeks Input On Possible Changes To Weather Warning System
Posted on · The agency is responding to the new ways people are getting their urgent weather information.
News
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.
Houston Matters
Special Edition: Dr. Vivian Ho and Dr. Jill Weatherhead (May 18, 2020)
Posted on · Experts in health economics and infectious disease answer listeners’ questions about COVID-19.
In-Depth
New Houston-Area Rules To Prevent Flooding Are ‘Obsolete On Arrival’, Some Experts Say
Posted on · Counties are adopting stricter drainage requirements to address increasing rainfall, but are they keeping up with bigger storms?
Transportation
Early Numbers Show Growing Ridership For New Harris County Bus Service
Posted on · The service was created with the help of a federal grant. It's designed to help people who are still recovering from Harvey's floods two years ago.
Transportation
$200 Million Project Aims To Lessen Congestion In Brazoria And Fort Bend Counties
Posted on · Officials say the work will help move the increasing flow of truck traffic from Port Freeport. More efficient hurricane evacuation is also a goal of the project.
In-Depth
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher On How Houston Could Recover Quicker From Floods And Hurricanes
Posted on · Fletcher says both homeowners and local governments need a more streamlined process for obtaining disaster relief.
In-Depth
How Houston’s Bayou Trails Are Designed To Flood
Posted on · As the Bayou Greenways network continues to expand, the Houston Parks Board says it's building trails and fixtures with the knowlege that they'll go underwater at some point.