What Harris County officials want all of us to know as Harvey approaches
"The worst case scenario seems for it to go inland south of us Friday and have five days of solid rain," said Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. "And when you talk about that much rain over that period of time, we all know we've got streets and homes that flood."
"The worst case scenario seems for it to go inland south of us Friday and have five days of solid rain," said Harris County Judge Ed Emmett. "And when you talk about that much rain over that period of time, we all know we've got streets and homes that flood."
Some emergency officials concerned residents aren't taking Harvey seriously
You say 'Harvey' and Cade Sudduth gets goosebumps. You really can't blame him. The Woodland Heights resident has seen some stuff when nearby White Oak Bayou misbehaves.
You say 'Harvey' and Cade Sudduth gets goosebumps. You really can't blame him. The Woodland Heights resident has seen some stuff when nearby White Oak Bayou misbehaves.
Tropical Depression Harvey 2PM update
Remnants of Harvey have been upgraded to a Tropical Depression. Several watches are now active for the Texas coast.
Remnants of Harvey have been upgraded to a Tropical Depression. Several watches are now active for the Texas coast.
Preparing for Harvey's return to Gulf
The remnants of Tropical Storm Harvey are projected to intensify once in the Gulf of Mexico and could also be headed straight for the Houston area. Although it would still be a few days away, people who live in areas prone to flooding are starting to keep a close watch.
The remnants of Tropical Storm Harvey are projected to intensify once in the Gulf of Mexico and could also be headed straight for the Houston area. Although it would still be a few days away, people who live in areas prone to flooding are starting to keep a close watch.
Tropical Storm Emily comes ashore along Anna Maria, soaking coast
Tropical Storm Emily soaked portions of Central Florida as it moved onshore south of Tampa Bay this morning, just hours after forming in the Gulf of Mexico.
Tropical Storm Emily soaked portions of Central Florida as it moved onshore south of Tampa Bay this morning, just hours after forming in the Gulf of Mexico.
Flooding in Lake Charles from Tropical Storm Cindy landfall
Just beyond a "no trespassing do not enter" sign at the Lake Charles Yacht Club, boat owners are forced to walk through knee-deep water as a result of Tropical Storm Cindy's landfall in Lousiana. The weather system has since weakened into a tropical depression.
Just beyond a "no trespassing do not enter" sign at the Lake Charles Yacht Club, boat owners are forced to walk through knee-deep water as a result of Tropical Storm Cindy's landfall in Lousiana. The weather system has since weakened into a tropical depression.
West Virginia bracing for remnants of Cindy
Tropical Storm Cindy has made landfall in southwestern Louisiana, bringing rain and the threat of flash flooding and tornadoes. As of about 4 a.m. CDT Thursday, the storm was centered about 30 miles (48 kilometers) west-southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and is moving north near 12 mph (19 kph).
Tropical Storm Cindy has made landfall in southwestern Louisiana, bringing rain and the threat of flash flooding and tornadoes. As of about 4 a.m. CDT Thursday, the storm was centered about 30 miles (48 kilometers) west-southwest of Lake Charles, Louisiana, and is moving north near 12 mph (19 kph).
Preparations for Tropical Storm Cindy
The Harris County Flood Control District Flood Operations Team is projected to activate 'monitor mode' at 4 p.m. Wednesday with Tropical Storm Cindy forecast to make landfall along the U.S. Gulf Coast anytime between late on Wednesday and Thursday morning. Heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in the streets and bayous of Harris County.
The Harris County Flood Control District Flood Operations Team is projected to activate 'monitor mode' at 4 p.m. Wednesday with Tropical Storm Cindy forecast to make landfall along the U.S. Gulf Coast anytime between late on Wednesday and Thursday morning. Heavy rainfall could lead to flooding in the streets and bayous of Harris County.
Chambers County OEM monitoring the Trinity River during Tropical Storm Cindy
In Chambers County with the wind picking up and the sky expected to open up in a big way Emergency Management officials are keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Cindy and what she might do to the Trinity Bay and River. "The current forecast is that we will receive 40 to 45 mile per hour winds, approximately four inches of rain or more,” says Chambers County Fire Marshal Ryan Holzaepfel....
In Chambers County with the wind picking up and the sky expected to open up in a big way Emergency Management officials are keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Cindy and what she might do to the Trinity Bay and River. "The current forecast is that we will receive 40 to 45 mile per hour winds, approximately four inches of rain or more,” says Chambers County Fire Marshal Ryan Holzaepfel....
How Houston's Office of Emergency Management is preparing for a tropical storm
Houston's Office of Emergency Management is getting ready for the potential of an approaching tropical storm.
Houston's Office of Emergency Management is getting ready for the potential of an approaching tropical storm.
Voluntary evacuation issued for residents on Bolivar Peninsula
A voluntary evacuation has been issued for residents on Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Tropical Storm Cindy. The area under voluntary evacuation includes the unincorporated areas of Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach, High Island and Gilchrist.
A voluntary evacuation has been issued for residents on Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Tropical Storm Cindy. The area under voluntary evacuation includes the unincorporated areas of Port Bolivar, Crystal Beach, High Island and Gilchrist.
Governor Abbott increases state's readiness as Tropical Storm Cindy approaches
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered the State Operations Center to increase its readiness as Tropical Storm Cindy heads toward the Gulf Coast.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott ordered the State Operations Center to increase its readiness as Tropical Storm Cindy heads toward the Gulf Coast.
Tropical Storm Cindy forms, warnings in southeast Texas
New live satellite images of this tropical disturbance project landfall to the east of Texas--and now most of the Louisiana coast is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect from High Island, Texas to Cameron, Louisiana. The center of circulation appears to be just south of New Orleans. If the center shifts northward, it would bode well for our Houston...
New live satellite images of this tropical disturbance project landfall to the east of Texas--and now most of the Louisiana coast is currently under a Tropical Storm Warning. Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect from High Island, Texas to Cameron, Louisiana. The center of circulation appears to be just south of New Orleans. If the center shifts northward, it would bode well for our Houston...
Evacuation routes from Harris County
When a hurricane approaches southeast Texas, you and your family may be forced to evacuate from your homes, a process that can become very chaotic as every minute is crucial.
When a hurricane approaches southeast Texas, you and your family may be forced to evacuate from your homes, a process that can become very chaotic as every minute is crucial.
Galveston city leaders prepare for hurricane season
Emergency responders and managers in Galveston explain what you need to know in case a storm strikes the island.
Emergency responders and managers in Galveston explain what you need to know in case a storm strikes the island.
History of Texas Gulf Coast hurricanes
The hurricane history of the Texas Gulf Coast begins with the deadliest storm ever recorded in the U.S. -- the great storm of 1900 in Galveston. The Category 4 hurricane ripped through the island, flooding it with a 15-foot storm surge. Almost every structure was destroyed or damaged. With no sophisticated warning system, the U.S. weather bureau urged people to seek higher ground but the...
The hurricane history of the Texas Gulf Coast begins with the deadliest storm ever recorded in the U.S. -- the great storm of 1900 in Galveston. The Category 4 hurricane ripped through the island, flooding it with a 15-foot storm surge. Almost every structure was destroyed or damaged. With no sophisticated warning system, the U.S. weather bureau urged people to seek higher ground but the...
Hurricane preparedness - how to weather the storm
Hurricane season is in the home stretch and weather activity is booming in the Gulf of Mexico. It is important to prepare in advance for potential hurricanes and severe storms that may strike the Houston area and the Gulf Coast region.
Hurricane season is in the home stretch and weather activity is booming in the Gulf of Mexico. It is important to prepare in advance for potential hurricanes and severe storms that may strike the Houston area and the Gulf Coast region.
Record-setting 2016 hurricane season comes to an end
It’s official: The 2016 Atlantic hurricane season wraps up today with 15 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. It was the busiest Atlantic season since 2012.
It’s official: The 2016 Atlantic hurricane season wraps up today with 15 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. It was the busiest Atlantic season since 2012.
Preparing for hurricane season
Hurricane season begins June 1, and if you haven't gotten ready just yet, you better get on it. Here's a look at some of the basics you need to know.
Hurricane season begins June 1, and if you haven't gotten ready just yet, you better get on it. Here's a look at some of the basics you need to know.
Are you ready for hurricane season?
"We've had many years without a hurricane so there may be tendencies to be complacent but we can get a hurricane here on the Texas coast any year and the best thing you can do is review your plan now, build your kit, get ready just in case for if we have a hurricane," says Dan Reilly with the National Weather Service.
"We've had many years without a hurricane so there may be tendencies to be complacent but we can get a hurricane here on the Texas coast any year and the best thing you can do is review your plan now, build your kit, get ready just in case for if we have a hurricane," says Dan Reilly with the National Weather Service.