5 years after Hurricane Harvey, how prepared is Meyerland for another storm?
It’s now been five years since Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas coast.
It’s now been five years since Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas coast.
Wednesday evening weather forecast with Meteorologist John Dawson
Scattered downpours remain a concern for southeast Texas over the next several days. Some of those heavy rains could cause street flooding and could happen any time during the day or night. Be careful driving in the dark! The rainy pattern sticks around for Houston all the way through the 7 day period. Temperatures look to stay mostly near/below normal with increased cloud cover and rain chances.
Scattered downpours remain a concern for southeast Texas over the next several days. Some of those heavy rains could cause street flooding and could happen any time during the day or night. Be careful driving in the dark! The rainy pattern sticks around for Houston all the way through the 7 day period. Temperatures look to stay mostly near/below normal with increased cloud cover and rain chances.
5 years after Hurricane Harvey, how prepared is Meyerland for another storm?
It?s now been five years since Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas coast. FOX 26?s Greg Groogan paid a visit to the hard-hit area of Meyerland to see what?s changed in the community.
It?s now been five years since Hurricane Harvey ravaged the Texas coast. FOX 26?s Greg Groogan paid a visit to the hard-hit area of Meyerland to see what?s changed in the community.
Tropical Weather Forecast - August 24, 2022
National Hurricane Center still focused on two tropical waves. For now, Houston is watching one of them.
National Hurricane Center still focused on two tropical waves. For now, Houston is watching one of them.
How Houston residents demonstrated resiliency in helping neighbors during Hurricane Harvey
Dr. Todd Romero with the University of Houston spoke with FOX 26 to learn more about an online archive, Resilient Houston: Documenting Hurricane Harvey, which features firsthand accounts from witnesses, survivors, and first responders and how they demonstrated the city's resiliency during a time of crisis.
Dr. Todd Romero with the University of Houston spoke with FOX 26 to learn more about an online archive, Resilient Houston: Documenting Hurricane Harvey, which features firsthand accounts from witnesses, survivors, and first responders and how they demonstrated the city's resiliency during a time of crisis.
History professor explains importance behind firsthand accounts in documenting Hurricane Harvey
Dr. Debbie Harwell with the University of Houston's Center for Public History spoke with FOX 26 to learn more about the online archive created to document Hurricane Harvey.
Dr. Debbie Harwell with the University of Houston's Center for Public History spoke with FOX 26 to learn more about the online archive created to document Hurricane Harvey.
Scattered showers and storms throughout the day
Be on the lookout for a few rounds of heavy rain over the next few days. Today, a scattering of downpours is expected with some dropping more than 2" of rain. Depending on location, some street flooding will be possible. Conditions look favorable for isolated heavy storms for tomorrow and Friday as well. Our overall pattern is likely to stay on the wet side for the next couple of weeks. The tropics remain remarkably quiet for now, but activity could pick up at the end of the month and into early September.
Be on the lookout for a few rounds of heavy rain over the next few days. Today, a scattering of downpours is expected with some dropping more than 2" of rain. Depending on location, some street flooding will be possible. Conditions look favorable for isolated heavy storms for tomorrow and Friday as well. Our overall pattern is likely to stay on the wet side for the next couple of weeks. The tropics remain remarkably quiet for now, but activity could pick up at the end of the month and into early September.
Wednesday morning weather forecast
The widespread flood risk has diminished some for southeast Texas but an unsettled pattern remains. Possible heavy downpours could still lead to some isolated street flooding for parts of Houston. Look for the afternoon highs to stick in the upper 80s for the next couple of days and then return to the lower 90s for the weekend.
The widespread flood risk has diminished some for southeast Texas but an unsettled pattern remains. Possible heavy downpours could still lead to some isolated street flooding for parts of Houston. Look for the afternoon highs to stick in the upper 80s for the next couple of days and then return to the lower 90s for the weekend.
14 years after Hurricane Ike, efforts to build the Ike Dike protection barrier move slowly
Nine years before Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Ike struck just east of Galveston Island, causing extensive damage and flooding. The idea of building the so-called Ike Dike, to protect against future storm surge and flooding, has been developing ever since.
Nine years before Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Ike struck just east of Galveston Island, causing extensive damage and flooding. The idea of building the so-called Ike Dike, to protect against future storm surge and flooding, has been developing ever since.
Tuesday evening weather forecast
The widespread flood risk has diminished some for southeast Texas but an unsettled pattern remains. Possible heavy downpours could still lead to some isolated street flooding for parts of Houston. Look for the afternoon highs to stick in the upper 80s for the next couple of days and then return to the lower 90s for the weekend.
The widespread flood risk has diminished some for southeast Texas but an unsettled pattern remains. Possible heavy downpours could still lead to some isolated street flooding for parts of Houston. Look for the afternoon highs to stick in the upper 80s for the next couple of days and then return to the lower 90s for the weekend.
Tropical Weather Forecast - August 23, 2022
The tropical wave from yesterday is gone. But two new areas have replaced it! Meteorologist John Dawson has the latest on the Atlantic basin.
The tropical wave from yesterday is gone. But two new areas have replaced it! Meteorologist John Dawson has the latest on the Atlantic basin.
Incredible scenes of survival: Watch as 15-inches of rain leaves Dallas-Fort Worth underwater
Texas drivers swam from their vans, news reporters saved a woman from her sinking car, and taillights were underwater in the middle of an intersection.
Texas drivers swam from their vans, news reporters saved a woman from her sinking car, and taillights were underwater in the middle of an intersection.
Rounds of heavy rain with warm, humid weather in between
Up to 4" of rain fell in parts of Montgomery County early this morning and, after a lull in activity, we will most likely see storms redevelop this afternoon. Watch for some downpours that could drop a quick 2-3" of rain. A high probability for rain will remain in place through the end of the week. Rainy weather has certainly put a dent in our drought, but also comes with the daily threat for isolated heavy rain.
Up to 4" of rain fell in parts of Montgomery County early this morning and, after a lull in activity, we will most likely see storms redevelop this afternoon. Watch for some downpours that could drop a quick 2-3" of rain. A high probability for rain will remain in place through the end of the week. Rainy weather has certainly put a dent in our drought, but also comes with the daily threat for isolated heavy rain.
Tuesday morning weather forecast
Parts of the FOX26 area are under a Flood Watch until Tuesday evening. Be ready for some heavy downpours and stormy weather at times across Southeast Texas for the next several days. With the extra clouds and chances for rain the afternoon high temperatures will be below the expected end of August averages in the mid 90s. Stay connected with the FOX26 Weather App over the next few days!
Parts of the FOX26 area are under a Flood Watch until Tuesday evening. Be ready for some heavy downpours and stormy weather at times across Southeast Texas for the next several days. With the extra clouds and chances for rain the afternoon high temperatures will be below the expected end of August averages in the mid 90s. Stay connected with the FOX26 Weather App over the next few days!
Families, children rescued from Seagoville community after flash flooding
People who are wheelchair-bound and families with children were rescued Monday afternoon in rural Seagoville in Dallas County.
People who are wheelchair-bound and families with children were rescued Monday afternoon in rural Seagoville in Dallas County.
Monday evening weather forecast
Parts of the FOX26 area are under a Flood Watch until Tuesday evening. Be ready for some heavy downpours and stormy weather at times across Southeast Texas for the next several days. With the extra clouds and chances for rain the afternoon high temperatures will be below the expected end of August averages in the mid 90s. Stay connected with the FOX26 Weather App over the next few days!
Parts of the FOX26 area are under a Flood Watch until Tuesday evening. Be ready for some heavy downpours and stormy weather at times across Southeast Texas for the next several days. With the extra clouds and chances for rain the afternoon high temperatures will be below the expected end of August averages in the mid 90s. Stay connected with the FOX26 Weather App over the next few days!
Flash flooding in North Texas leads to high-water rescues, road closures and submerged cars
A state of disaster has been declared in Dallas County after a day of intense, deadly rainfall. High water rescues happened again and again as many parts of North Texas received record rainfall with vehicles being left stranded and people stuck in their homes.
A state of disaster has been declared in Dallas County after a day of intense, deadly rainfall. High water rescues happened again and again as many parts of North Texas received record rainfall with vehicles being left stranded and people stuck in their homes.
Tropical Weather Forecast - August 22, 2022
The National Hurricane Center is watching a tropical wave in the Atlantic. And can you remember the next name on the tropical cyclones list?
The National Hurricane Center is watching a tropical wave in the Atlantic. And can you remember the next name on the tropical cyclones list?
How to best cover your property against floods
With a hyperactive Atlantic hurricane season now underway, up to 20 named storms this year could have an impact on many coastline communities.
With a hyperactive Atlantic hurricane season now underway, up to 20 named storms this year could have an impact on many coastline communities.
Here's what to do after your car is flooded
One flood expert says it is crucial to reach out to your insurance company.
One flood expert says it is crucial to reach out to your insurance company.



















