ERCOT issues conservation notice; Lina deFlorias explains why
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has taken proactive measures in response to extreme temperatures, projected heightened demand, and reduced reserves stemming from low wind-generated power.
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has taken proactive measures in response to extreme temperatures, projected heightened demand, and reduced reserves stemming from low wind-generated power.
Houston weather: Heat wave continuing through the weekend
Following our 18th straight day of triple-digit heat, we should continue that trend Thursday through the weekend.
Following our 18th straight day of triple-digit heat, we should continue that trend Thursday through the weekend.
Rare fire weather watch for Houston area
A rare fire weather watch has been issued across the area. Dry hot air combined with weeks of no rain has created the potential for dangerous fires outside. FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff is working with the Spring Fire Department to learn more.
A rare fire weather watch has been issued across the area. Dry hot air combined with weeks of no rain has created the potential for dangerous fires outside. FOX 26's Matthew Seedorff is working with the Spring Fire Department to learn more.
Katy upgraded to Stage 3 Emergency Water Conservation, new watering schedule
The Houston heat coupled with a lack of rain means Katy some residents are being forced to make changes under Stage 3 Water Conservation.
The Houston heat coupled with a lack of rain means Katy some residents are being forced to make changes under Stage 3 Water Conservation.
Woman found dead on the side of the road on Misty Moss Lane, heat could've played a factor
An adult female was discovered dead, near the roadway on Misty Moss Lane in Northwest Harris County.
An adult female was discovered dead, near the roadway on Misty Moss Lane in Northwest Harris County.
Houston experiencing severe drought conditions, KBDI at 715
The KBDI is a measure of how dry the ground is. Drought conditions begin at a KBDI of 575.
The KBDI is a measure of how dry the ground is. Drought conditions begin at a KBDI of 575.
FOX 26 Sunday Weather Forecast
Rain may be on the horizon this weak as the streak of 100 degree days continues.
Rain may be on the horizon this weak as the streak of 100 degree days continues.
Large mulch fire on Crawford Street in Houston
Fire crews working to extinguish a large mulch fire on Crawford Street in Houston.
Fire crews working to extinguish a large mulch fire on Crawford Street in Houston.
Houston resident gives account of large fire
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
Consecutive 100 degree days in Houston continues
Houston continues to be under a heat advisory.
Houston continues to be under a heat advisory.
Pearland marching band doused by firetruck
The Pearland High School marching band and color guard were treated to a nice "firefighter cool down" Saturday afternoon. The "Pride of Pearland", made of more than 400 local students, was doused with water from a Pearland Fire Department ladder truck.
The Pearland High School marching band and color guard were treated to a nice "firefighter cool down" Saturday afternoon. The "Pride of Pearland", made of more than 400 local students, was doused with water from a Pearland Fire Department ladder truck.
Houston libraries will serve as cooling centers on August 12-13
City of Houston libraries will serve as cooling centers Saturday, August 12, and two multi-service centers and a community center on Sunday, August 13 for Houstonians needing to take refuge from the heat. Houston libraries and multi-service centers will function as cooling centers during normal business hours on weekdays and Saturdays.
City of Houston libraries will serve as cooling centers Saturday, August 12, and two multi-service centers and a community center on Sunday, August 13 for Houstonians needing to take refuge from the heat. Houston libraries and multi-service centers will function as cooling centers during normal business hours on weekdays and Saturdays.
Houston drought conditions worsen, livestock owners worried about animals
This drought is already wreaking havoc on livestock and crops throughout the state of Texas making it hard for ranches.
This drought is already wreaking havoc on livestock and crops throughout the state of Texas making it hard for ranches.
Texas drought affecting livestock, crops
This drought is already wreaking havoc on livestock and crops throughout the state of Texas. FOX 26's Gabby Hart shares how the main food source for horses is already being impacted.
This drought is already wreaking havoc on livestock and crops throughout the state of Texas. FOX 26's Gabby Hart shares how the main food source for horses is already being impacted.
Houston weather: 11 straight days of above 100 degree temperatures
Along with those hot temps, high humidity will drive heat index values to 110° or higher.
Along with those hot temps, high humidity will drive heat index values to 110° or higher.
Houston weather: Drought getting worse as 7-day forecast shows most of Texas completely rain free
As of today, 69% of Texas is in a drought and those numbers are up from just 52% last week.
As of today, 69% of Texas is in a drought and those numbers are up from just 52% last week.
Texas wildfires on the rise as heat wave continues
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
City of Tomball issues mandatory watering restrictions
The city of Tomball becomes the latest city to issue a mandatory water restriction as the heat wave in Texas continues.
The city of Tomball becomes the latest city to issue a mandatory water restriction as the heat wave in Texas continues.
Harris County fire marshal requests outdoor burn ban amid drought conditions
The Harris County Fire Marshal has asked the Commissioner's Court to approve a burn ban for the area as drought conditions worsen.
The Harris County Fire Marshal has asked the Commissioner's Court to approve a burn ban for the area as drought conditions worsen.
HOUSTON HEAT: ERCOT issues weather watch for August 6-7
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.
Live & breaking news for the entire Houston area.