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The weekend is giving Houston a break from the rain but serious heat has moved across Houston. Heat Index values will creep into the lower 100s on Sunday afternoon. So take breaks while working/playing outdoors and drink plenty of water. And don't forget that sunscreen! High pressure will break down next week bringing showers and storms back into the forecast.

The start of hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin remains quiet, but subtle changes are in the works. This week may not see any tropical cyclone formations but there is expected to be a lot more rain in and around the Gulf of Mexico.

We are getting a break from the heavy rain and storms with much of the area picking up 2-10" of rain over the last 7-8 days. So enjoy the break but be careful in the dangerous heat! Heat advisories are not expected but afternoon temperatures through the weekend should soar into the middle to upper 90s. Heat index values will climb close to 105. So take breaks while working outside and drink lots of water. Also, don't forget the sunscreen! High pressure will break down next week bringing spotty rain and storms back Monday - Wednesday. Temperatures will be a bit less hot next week with more clouds & rain around. Tropics remain quiet across the Atlantic basin. Track weather where you live on our FOX Weather app and our smart TV app FOX Local!

Some residents are having difficulty getting help from the federal government after last month's storms. FOX 26?s Jonathan Mejia spoke with a woman who is experiencing this firsthand.

We are getting a break from the heavy rain and storms with much of the area picking up 2-10" of rain over the last 7-8 days. So enjoy the break but be careful in the dangerous heat! Heat advisories are not expected but afternoon temperatures through the weekend should soar into the middle to upper 90s. Heat index values will climb close to 105. So take breaks while working outside and drink lots of water. Also, don't forget the sunscreen! High pressure will break down next week bringing spotty rain and storms back Monday - Wednesday. Temperatures will be a bit less hot next week with more clouds & rain around. Tropics remain quiet across the Atlantic basin. Track weather where you live on our FOX Weather app and our smart TV app FOX Local!

People across the Sun Belt are seeing record-breaking heat this week with scorching temperatures causing major spikes in electric bills as people try to stay cool. FOX's Joy Addison reports on how Houstonians are faring with the cost of cooling.

Some scattered showers and storms are expected to impact parts of the Caribbean and Central America through the weekend. But models are not showing any areas of low pressure developing that could turn into a tropical system. Get the latest on how to be prepared for a hurricane on FOX Local!

FOX 26 meteorologist Mike Iscovitz and Allison Gargaro talk about protecting your pet from the sun and more!

Hopefully your air conditioner is in good working order, because today and this weekend are looking sunny, hot and humid. Expect high temperatures to reach the mid 90s and even some upper 90s to our west over the next three to four days. Rain chances remain very low through Sunday, but next week some storms could return for Tuesday and Wednesday. The tropics remain quiet for now.

We are finally getting a break from the multiple rounds of showers and storms that we've dealt with over recent weeks. High pressure is building in and that will mean intense heat but very little rain. It also means poor air quality as our air quality alert has been extended through Friday evening. Temperatures will soar to the middle to upper 90s through the weekend with rain chances at 10% or less. Spotty showers and storms are expected to return next Monday and Tuesday so enjoy the break! Tropics remain quiet with no activity expected for the North Atlantic, Caribbean & Gulf of Mexico over the next week. Get all the latest on the heat and beach hazards where you live by checking out our smart tv app FOX Local!

We are finally getting a break from the multiple rounds of showers and storms that we've dealt with over recent weeks. High pressure is building in and that will mean intense heat but very little rain. It also means poor air quality as our air quality alert has been extended through Friday evening. Temperatures will soar to the middle to upper 90s through the weekend with rain chances at 10% or less. Spotty showers and storms are expected to return next Monday and Tuesday so enjoy the break! Tropics remain quiet with no activity expected for the North Atlantic, Caribbean & Gulf of Mexico over the next week. Get all the latest on the heat and beach hazards where you live by checking out our smart TV app FOX Local!

Some residents are still dealing with the aftermath of the severe storms that hit the area in mid-May. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke with neighbors about the condition of their apartments.

It's officially hurricane season! During this first week of the 2024 hurricane season, the Atlantic Basin has been quiet. Tropical cyclone formation is not expected for at least another week. Check Fox Local for more details on hurricane season and how you and your family can prepare!

Following yesterday's storms, we are entering a few days with drier air, more sunshine and hotter afternoon high temperatures in the mid 90s. Remember to protect yourself from the sun since the summer solstice (strongest sunlight) is on June 20th and UV light is very strong this time of year. Scattered showers and a few storms could return by Monday and Tuesday.

Morning rain and storms dumped around a half-inch to two inches of rain across SE Houston. Gusts near 60 mph were also reported in Palacios & Galveston. Weather should stay quiet through tonight with only a 10% chance for a shower or storm. Severe storms are not likely. High pressure builds in which should keep us hotter and drier the next few days. Spotty storms will return early next week on Monday with a slight drop in temperatures. Atlantic, Caribbean & Gulf of Mexico remain quiet with no activity expected for the next 7 days. Track all the weather changes where you live on our smart TV app Fox Local!

Atlantic, Caribbean & Gulf of Mexico remain quiet with no activity expected the next 7 days. Hurricane season runs through the end of November and is expected to produce an above average number of storms. Download our smart tv app Fox Local for more details on this Hurricane season and ways you can make sure your family is prepared!