Weather

It's been hot and muggy the past few days and conditions continue for Wednesday feels like temperatures reaching the 100s in the afternoon. Looking ahead to the weekend, expect some rain from the tropical development happening in the Gulf.

For your Wednesday, expect mostly sunny skies and higher temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.

The Institute for Spirituality and Health at the Texas Medical Center, in collaboration with Rothko Chapel, held a community vigil Tuesday to commemorate those affected by the devastating floods in Central Texas.

For Wednesday, expect mostly sunny skies and higher temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.

More than 100 people are still missing in the Kerrville-area after the 4th of July weekend flooding. FOX 26's Jade Flury has the latest as recovery efforts have been impacted by poor weather and new flood concerns.

It's a warm Tuesday morning across Southeast Texas with temperatures in the 70s. There will be isolated showers this afternoon with highs reaching the mid 90s.

Isolated to spotty storms are possible again Tuesday. But by Wednesday and Thursday, expect mostly sunny skies and higher temperatures in the mid to upper 90s.

The National Hurricane Center is monitoring an area of low pressure located east of Florida. It is forecast to move westward across Florida tonight and into the northeastern Gulf of Mexico by late Tuesday. Most models show slow development of the system and a relatively weak low south of New Orleans by Wednesday and Thursday, however, the Fox Weather Model has been showing a stronger system moving into Louisiana, so the outlook is not really clear. For now, just expect the possibility for more downpours in the Houston area on Friday if the low gets close enough and stay tuned for updates. If this system becomes a tropical storm, the next name on the list would be Dexter.

FOX 26 Meteorologist Remeisha Shade has the latest on the potential for tropical development in the Gulf and your latest Houston-area weather forecast.

Crews are back to work after more rain hindered search and recovery efforts over the weekend.

You have to be ready for a power outage. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson recommends purchasing a portable power station. He shows us one that is expandable if your electrical demands increase.

A battery-powered flashlight or lantern is a must for your hurricane preparedness plan. FOX 26 Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a powerful light that is rechargeable and waterproof.

Your hurricane plans must include basics like food and water, but it can be challenging to store enough clean water. In this Hurricane Gear Test, Meteorologist John Dawson shows us a water purifier.

FOX 26 Chief Meteorologist Mike Iscovitz explains why it's raining so much in Texas.