Hurricane Gear Test: Uncharted Supply Co.'s The Athena
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Your hurricane plans should assume you will see a loss in power, but we all know that the lights can really go out at any time. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson takes a look at a multi-purpose power bank in this Hurricane Gear Test.

Hurricane Gear Test: JUDY Safe
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If you live near the gulf coast, you need a hurricane kit. You can build it yourself or look for something prebuilt. On today's hurricane gear test, meteorologist John Dawson reminds us that those kits can come in many different shapes and sizes.

Hurricane Gear Test: Garmin inReach Mini
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It seems like we all rely on our cell phones to keep us connected. But what happens if the cell towers get damaged and stop working after a hurricane landfall? FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a device that uses satellites to help keep you connected.

Elsa strengthens into first hurricane of the Atlantic season

Elsa strengthened to a hurricane on Friday morning, becoming the first hurricane of the 2021 Atlantic season. At this time, there are no direct impacts expected for Texas.

Hurricane Gear Test: ReadyWise Ultimate 3-Day Emergency Survival Backpack

The ReadyWise Ultimate 3-Day Emergency Survival Backpack is filled with 30 servings of emergency food along with a first aid kit, multipurpose flashlight, rechargeable lantern, water filtration bottle, cooking essentials, and much more.

Hurricane Gear Test: Rocksolar Adventurer Portable Power Station
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If we ever were to experience a days-long power outage, you would need something to keep your phone charged so you can stay connected. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson takes a look at the Rocksolar Adventurer Portable Power Station.

Disturbance in the Gulf has 90% formation chance

The National Hurricane Center has upgraded the chances for development to 90% through 48 hours for the system in the Bay of Campeche.

MyMedic 10 Essentials Kit
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In this Hurricane Gear Test, Meteorologist John Dawson highlights a compact bag that is well organized and packed with products.

Gulf weather outlook for June

Around June 22 or 23, something may try to form in what looks like the southwestern Gulf of Mexico.

Hurricane Gear Test: Life+Gear Pro Survivor Premium 72 Hour Pack

Life+Gear's Pro Survivor Premium 72 Hour Pack is designed for two people and everything is neatly contained in a waterproof grab-and-go backpack.

Hurricane Gear Test: Pre-built survival kits
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Hurricane season has officially begun. Do you have what you need? Meteorologist John Dawson has a preview of what to expect this year from the Hurricane Gear Test, and he takes a look at some pre-built kits.

Dr. Jim's Hurricane Preparedness Kit

Are you ready for hurricane season? Do you have your hurricane gear ready for the upcoming season? Check out Dr. Jim Seibert's preparation list.

NOAA expects above-average hurricane season in 2021

The 2021 hurricane season will be another busy one, according to forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, but probably not quite as busy as last year’s record-shattering season.

Texans rush to get back-up generators installed at homes

People are rushing to try to get back up home generators installed before hurricane season. But installing one isn't quick. It's a long, involved process.

Homeowners rush to get backup generators before hurricane season
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People are rushing to try to get back up home generators installed before hurricane season. But installing one isn't quick. It's a long, involved process.

Officials warn of possible tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico late next week

The Atlantic hurricane season doesn’t start until June 1, but some weather forecast models are predicting a possible tropical system in the Gulf of Mexico late next week.

Dangerous Hurricane Iota makes landfall on Nicaragua coast

Powerful Hurricane Iota made landfall on Nicaragua’s Caribbean coast late Monday, threatening catastrophic damage to the same part of Central America already battered by equally strong Hurricane Eta less than two weeks ago.