FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

First HEAT ADVISORY of the year has been issued for Houston and much of SE Texas with the exception of our coastal counties. It will be in effect Noon until 8PM Sunday and Noon until 8PM Monday. Heat index values could be up to 110 Sunday and up to 112 Monday. Take it easy in the heat by staying hydrated and finding shaded areas. Also check your vehicle for your kids and pets before walking away. Rain and storm chances remain low the next few days but will gradually increase a bit as we go through next week. A weak front will bring slight heat and humidity relief by Tuesday and Wednesday. Get the latest weather forecast where you live by downloading our FOX Local app for your smart tv and our FOX 26 Weather app!

Caught in twister: Deputy’s bodycam records too-close encounter with Iowa tornado

Sgt. Todd Dollen with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office was trying to get campers at the Hacklebarney Campground to shelter when he became trapped on the roads as the twister roared by.

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

Look for a few strong storms possibly grazing our NW counties tonight, especially from College Station to Brenham. Storms should weaken though before reaching Houston. Otherwise, storm chances remain very low through the holiday weekend but the heat will be increasing. Look for high temperatures in the middle to upper 90s with dangerous heat index values around 105 to 110. That means the first heat advisories of the year will likely be issued by Sunday or Monday. So do what you can to stay safe in the heat by drinking lots of water, taking frequent breaks while working outside and checking your car for kids or pets before you walk away. Also use caution while swimming at the beach this weekend with a high rip current risk and high surf expected for Galveston beach and other area beaches. Weak cold front arrives late Monday into Tuesday that will knock temperatures down a few degrees and bring in slightly lower humidity. Keep track of the latest weather where you live by checking our FOX 26 Wx app and by watching us on the big screen at home on our Smart TV app, Fox Local!

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

Look for a few strong storms possibly grazing our NW counties tonight, especially from College Station to Brenham. Storms should weaken though before reaching Houston. Otherwise, storm chances remain very low through the holiday weekend but the heat will be increasing. Look for high temperatures in the middle to upper 90s with dangerous heat index values around 105 to 110. That means the first heat advisories of the year will likely be issued by Sunday or Monday. So do what you can to stay safe in the heat by drinking lots of water, taking frequent breaks while working outside and checking your car for kids or pets before you walk away. Also use caution while swimming at the beach this weekend with a high rip current risk and high surf expected for Galveston beach and other area beaches. The weak cold front arrives late Monday into Tuesday that will knock temperatures down a few degrees and bring in slightly lower humidity. Keep track of the latest weather where you live by checking our FOX 26 Wx app and by watching us on the big screen at home on our smart TV app FOX Local!

CenterPoint expects Houston storm-related costs to be $100 million

CenterPoint Energy is expected to request securitization bonds for costs incurred from restoration efforts from the devastating storm on May 16.

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

The heat is on! Yikes, south Texas could have a heat index up to 115! Around here, we'll remain close to heat advisory criteria with lows near 80 and afternoon heat index values close to 108. Storms chances are mainly northwest of Houston in the College Station to Brenham area tonight. Also, please expect and respect the risk for rip currents at our beaches through Memorial Day, so only strong swimmers should go all the way in the water.

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

Look for temperatures to get hotter through the holiday weekend. We should climb to the middle to upper 90s this weekend with heat index values soaring to 105-110 on Sunday and Monday. A HEAT ADVISORY will likely be issued for the area by Sunday or Monday. That means it's important to practice heat safety by drinking lots of water, not overdoing it in the heat, and wear light-colored clothing. Storm chances are low the next few nights with the best chance for isolated storms north and west of Houston. Get your latest holiday weather and an update on what's happening in the tropics as we approach hurricane season by downloading our FOX 26 Wx App and watching our smart TV app, FOX Local!

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

Look for temperatures to get hotter through the holiday weekend. We should climb to the middle to upper 90s this weekend with heat index values soaring to 105-110 Sunday and Monday. A HEAT ADVISORY will likely be issued for the area by Sunday or Monday. That means it's important to practice heat safety by drinking lots of water, not overdoing it in the heat, and wear light-colored clothing. Storm chances are low the next few nights with the best chance for isolated storms north and west of Houston. Get your latest holiday weather and an update on what's happening in the tropics as we approach hurricane season by downloading our FOX 26 Wx App and watching our smart tv app, FOX Local!

Third Ward resident spent week without electricity
video

It's been a week since the deadly storm ripped through Houston leaving eight people dead and many without electricity. but more than 17,000 people are still without service. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia is in Third Ward where he spoke with a resident who went a week without power.

US Department of Housing offers federal aid to Texans after severe weather

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will begin offering federal disaster assistance for Texans impacted by severe weather that began on April 26.

2024 Atlantic hurricane season: NOAA's outlook
video

NOAA has released their outlook for the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz explains why they are calling for such a busy season.

NOAA issues its most aggressive hurricane season forecast on record

NOAA has released its seasonal hurricane outlook for the Atlantic basin, and due to warm waters and a diminishing El Niño, the agency believes the year could be ferocious.

Galveston rip current safety: What to know
video

FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro speaks with a Galveston lifeguard about rip currents, the flag warning system and staying safe at the beach.

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

It's a steam bath again and it's only getting hotter through the holiday weekend. Look for highs today in the low 90s with a heat index near 100. There is a chance for isolated evening storms close to Huntsville and College Station over the next couple of days. For the Memorial Day weekend, the combination of high humidity and hotter temperatures could lead to a heat advisory being issued for the first time this year. Also be aware that rip currents will be possible at our beaches, so please swim with caution.

FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
video

We have two main weather issues we are focusing on today.... the dangerous heat building and the threat for a few severe storms tonight. There are still thousands across SE Texas still without power from last Thursday's deadly storms and the heat is creating dangerous conditions. Look for the possibility of a few strong to severe storms making it into our northern counties tonight before weakening. Chance is low but strong winds and hail will be main threats along with a few heavy downpours. Best chance will be The Woodlands and areas north through midnight. We then transition to hot, steamy and mostly dry weather heading into the holiday weekend. Rain chances Thursday - Monday will only be around 10% but the heat will be building. Look for temperatures to soar to the middle to upper 90s this weekend with heat index values of 105+ by Sunday. That means a Heat Advisory could be right around the corner for the Houston area. So drink lots of water, take breaks and try to find a cooling center if you are still without power. Also keep track of weather where you live by downloading our FOX 26 Weather App and check us out on our smart TV app, FOX Local!

Mattress Mack giving away 200 mattresses to Houstonians impacted by storm

Mattress Mack's Gallery Furniture is giving away 200 mattress to Houstonians in certain zip codes whose home was flooded or damaged in Thursday's storm.