At least 16 dead as tornadoes, flooding ravage several states in central US

Life-threatening flooding and dangerous severe weather pummeled large swaths of the nation's heartland again Friday night for the third night in a row.

Boy dies after being swept away by floodwaters while walking to bus stop, police say

Since Wednesday, more than a foot of rain has now fallen in parts of Kentucky. A 9-year-old boy was tragically caught in a rushing flood Friday while walking to school.

Houston severe weather 2 p.m. update
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Storms are expected to move through Houston on Saturday, and they could bring some hail, winds and even a shot at an isolated tornado.

Houston weather: Tornado Watch Saturday
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A tornado watch is in effect for Houston and several Southeast Houston counties until 9 p.m. Saturday.

Houston severe weather outlook at 10 a.m.
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This morning's outlook from the Storm Prediction Center shows that our entire area is under a slight to moderate threat for storms that could produce hail, damaging winds or even isolated tornadoes. FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz has a look at the risk and timing of the storms.

Houston weather: April 5 morning forecast
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FOX 26 meteorologist Mike Iscovitz breaks down Saturday's storms and what to expect.

Houston weather: Severe weather possible on Saturday
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For now, plan on rain nearly everywhere in the Houston area on Saturday. The Storm Prediction Center has put most of our viewing area in a 2/5 risk for heavy rain, strong winds, hail and the chance for isolated tornadoes. Biggest severe storm risk for Houston will likely be during Saturday afternoon, so plan ahead.

Houston weather: Storm Alert Day on Saturday
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A Tornado Watch has been issued until 9 p.m. Friday for our northern counties. For Saturday, plan on rain nearly everywhere in the Houston area.

Houston weather: Tornado Watch on Friday; severe storm chances Saturday
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A Tornado Watch has been issued until 9 p.m. Friday for our northern counties. For Saturday, plan on rain nearly everywhere in the Houston area.

Houston weather timeline: Storm chances rise for Saturday
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Parts of the Greater Houston area has upgraded to a 3 out of 5 risk for heavy rain, strong winds, hail, and the chance of isolated tornadoes.

Houston weather: Warm and windy Friday in the 80s
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It's the Final Four in San Antonio this weekend so if you're planning on heading out on I-10 after work on Friday, just know a line of thunderstorms is moving in into Saturday morning. Skies will be mostly cloudy Friday, with temps in the upper-80s. A Wind Advisory is in effect in the Houston-area again for Friday until 7 p.m.

Houston weather: Wind advisory Friday, severe weather possible Saturday
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Friday will bring winds from the south between 15-25 miles per hour with gusts near 30-40 mph, so "hold on to your hat". WIND ADVISORY remains in place until 5pm. It will once again be in effect Friday from 7am until 7pm. Also, be careful on the highways because high profile vehicles like 18 wheelers could be pushed by brief wind gusts, so give them plenty of room. Otherwise, you'll notice summer-like humidity and temperatures that will be close to record highs in the upper 80s.

Houston weather: Another Wind Advisory Friday; severe weather possible Saturday
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For now, plan on rain nearly everywhere in the Houston area on Saturday. The Storm Prediction Center has put most of our viewing area in a 2/5 risk for heavy rain, strong winds, hail and the chance for isolated tornadoes.

Deadly tornados, severe weather in eastern U.S.
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At least six deaths have been reported following severe weather conditions on Wednesday, February 2.