Why flood-weary Houston needs more willow water holes

On the near Southwest side, Houstonians can find a half dozen man-crafted lakes the banks of which are laden with wild grass and rising timber.

PTSD lingers for some Houstonians 5 years after Hurricane Harvey
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Researchers believe half of those in heavily affected areas suffer probable Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD, including their pets. Some of whom, are still suffering today.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 26, 2022
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It's been 55 days since the last named storm in the Atlantic Basin. Currently, we're watching two areas, one in the far Eastern Atlantic and another in the Eastern Caribbean.

Port Aransas growing 5 years after Hurricane Harvey

Port Aransas has grown tremendously since the devastating storm. New construction has brought about new homes and businesses.

How Port Aransas residents are still rebuilding 5 years after Hurricane Harvey
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City leaders in Port Aransas estimate, that every single business was damaged along with 85 percent of the homes in town. FOX 26?s Matthew Seedorff visited the area, where life is slowly returning to normal.

Houston residents still dealing with aftermath of Hurricane Harvey 5 years later
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Hurricane Harvey hit Texas five years ago, and it was preceded by two other massive floods. Many people have become desperate to safeguard against future floods.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 25, 2022
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More Saharan Dust in the Atlantic and the 2 tropical waves are struggling. But not giving up yet.

Hurricane kits have improved since Harvey's wide-reaching devastation

Harvey brought relentless rains filling homes with water in neighborhoods that previously never saw flooding. Meteorologist John Dawson shows us how flood preparations have improved for our hurricane kits.

5 years after Hurricane Harvey, how prepared is Meyerland for another storm?
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It?s now been five years since Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas coast. FOX 26?s Greg Groogan paid a visit to the hard-hit area of Meyerland to see what?s changed in the community.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 24, 2022
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National Hurricane Center still focused on two tropical waves. For now, Houston is watching one of them.

How Houston residents demonstrated resiliency in helping neighbors during Hurricane Harvey
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Dr. Todd Romero with the University of Houston spoke with FOX 26 to learn more about an online archive, Resilient Houston: Documenting Hurricane Harvey, which features firsthand accounts from witnesses, survivors, and first responders and how they demonstrated the city's resiliency during a time of crisis.

14 years after Hurricane Ike, efforts to build the Ike Dike protection barrier move slowly

Nine years before Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Ike struck just east of Galveston Island, causing extensive damage and flooding. The idea of building the so-called Ike Dike, to protect against future storm surge and flooding, has been developing ever since.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 23, 2022
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The tropical wave from yesterday is gone. But two new areas have replaced it! Meteorologist John Dawson has the latest on the Atlantic basin.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 22, 2022
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The National Hurricane Center is watching a tropical wave in the Atlantic. And can you remember the next name on the tropical cyclones list?

Hurricane Gear Test: Judy The Mover Max
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We are still a few weeks out from the peak of hurricane season. It's been quiet so far, but if you're still looking to get prepared, you can buy a hurricane kit that's pre-built. Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a backpack designed for those who plan to evacuate.

Tropical Weather Forecast - August 20, 2022
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Potential Tropical Cyclone Four remains very disorganized and chances of it becoming a Tropical Depression or Tropical Storm are dwindling. The system will move onshore tonight, bringing heavy rain to Northeast Mexico & Deep South Texas.