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Driver flees scene after colliding with 2 women exercising on side of Chambers County roadway, 1 killed
Read full article: Driver flees scene after colliding with 2 women exercising on side of Chambers County roadway, 1 killedA woman was killed and another was flown to Memorial Hermann Hospital after a vehicle collided with the two who were exercising off the side of a roadway in Chambers County.
‘Surprised I got out of the marriage alive’: Woman accused of killing husband was feared by other partners, sheriff says
Read full article: ‘Surprised I got out of the marriage alive’: Woman accused of killing husband was feared by other partners, sheriff saysIn December, Sarah Hartsfield told a friend that her husband and marriage had become a “nightmare” and that she had a plan to get out, according to private Facebook messages the friend provided to NBC News.
Body believed to be missing 72-year-old woman found at Chambers County canal, authorities say
Read full article: Body believed to be missing 72-year-old woman found at Chambers County canal, authorities sayChambers County Sheriff’s Office deputies have located a body Sunday afternoon that they believe is the missing 72-year-old woman, Bettye Robinson.
Texas company forfeits proceeds and pays fine after supplying potentially tainted rocket fuel to NASA
Read full article: Texas company forfeits proceeds and pays fine after supplying potentially tainted rocket fuel to NASAA Texas transport company must pay a substantial fine after potentially supplying tainted rocket fuel for NASA and Department of Defense, U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery announced Thursday.
Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area locales
Read full article: Glimpse gators in all their glory at these boggy Houston-area localesThough alligators are plentiful in the rivers, bayous, creeks and backwater sloughs of the eastern third of Texas, the massive creatures can be somewhat elusive. For stellar alligator observation opportunities, try these Texas parks, sanctuaries and wildlife refuges.
Investigation underway after man’s skeletal remains found in Chambers County, sheriff says
Read full article: Investigation underway after man’s skeletal remains found in Chambers County, sheriff saysAn investigation is underway after possible human remains were found in an area in south Anahuac, according to Chambers County Sheriff Brian Hawthorne.
A day of storms!
Read full article: A day of storms!As promised, a line of strong storms arrived this morning dropping heavy rain and bringing at least one confirmed tornado at Airline and W. Gulf Bank (no injuries, but home damage). Take a look at this still shot of a tornado near Anahuac this morning:
Investigation underway after girl struck by stray bullet at stadium during high school football game, officials say
Read full article: Investigation underway after girl struck by stray bullet at stadium during high school football game, officials sayAn investigation is underway after a juvenile was struck in the leg by a possible stray bullet while at the Buccaneer Stadium during a sub-varsity football game between East Chambers and Anahuac high schools, according to the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office.
Chambers County opens coronavirus vaccine pre-registration
Read full article: Chambers County opens coronavirus vaccine pre-registrationANAHUAC, Texas – Chambers County officials opened pre-registration for coronavirus vaccine appointments Wednesday and the slots were filled within about an hour. To access the online portal, people could click here or call 409-267-2460. Registration is required to receive the shot. Walkups or drive-ups will not be accepted. The county does not have a waitlist, officials said.
Smoke wafting over parts of northeast Houston from wildfire in Anahuac refuge
Read full article: Smoke wafting over parts of northeast Houston from wildfire in Anahuac refugeANAHUAC, Texas – Smoke wafts over parts of northeast Houston from a large wildfire in the Anahuac National Wildlife Refuge. Officials expect the fire to produce a lot of smoke throughout the day as they work to extinguish it. Officials said about 2,200 acres have burned as of WednesdayOfficials said the fire is about 50% contained and entirely within the refuge. Officials are bringing in a fire suppression helicopter in hopes the fire will be under control by Wednesday evening. Cooper said firefighters from other wildlife refuges and wildland specialists are assisting in the wildfire.
NTSB: Extreme reaction of Atlas Air pilot may have caused fatal 2019 crash
Read full article: NTSB: Extreme reaction of Atlas Air pilot may have caused fatal 2019 crashWASHINGTON The pilot of an Atlas Air plane that crashed into Trinity Bay last year had problems during his training which may have contributed to his extreme reaction when a type of automatic control was inadvertently activated before the fatal decent, according to federal investigators. Sean Archuleta, who was riding in the jump seat, were killed in the Feb. 23, 2019, crash near Anahuac. The reaction to the slightly abnormal situation was the problem, NTSB investigator Bill English said. Investigators also said that it appears several red flags were missed by an agent who conducted a screening of Aska for Atlas Air. They also said they believe it was inappropriate for Atlas Air to rely solely on the screening agent to catch those problems.
Woman attacked, killed by several feral hogs outside home in Chambers County, sheriff says
Read full article: Woman attacked, killed by several feral hogs outside home in Chambers County, sheriff saysANAHUAC, Texas – A woman was found dead outside a home after she was attacked by several feral hogs Sunday morning in Chambers County, according to Sheriff Brian Hawthorne. On Monday, during a press conference, Hawthorne confirmed the animals that attacked Rollins were feral pigs. She was just that type of person,” Sandles Jr. said. Rollins is described as a fun-loving woman, who kept a smile on her face and cheer for San Francisco 49ers. Keep God first and we all get through it,” Sandles Jr. said.
Here are eye-popping photos and videos of Imelda impacting Houston
Read full article: Here are eye-popping photos and videos of Imelda impacting HoustonHere are some of the photos, videos and messages people are sharing showing the conditions in Southeast Texas:Update: It took me 3 hours to get home, but this was another high water spot that I encountered during my adventure today. @KPRC2 #kprc2 @KPRC2Justin @KPRC2WEATHER pic.twitter.com/eGES7aYQlp KPRC Cathy Hernandez (@KPRC2Cathy) September 19, 2019WARNING: More roads flooding in Patton Village, Montgomery County. @KPRC2 #kprc2 pic.twitter.com/qi6QXP2PMB KPRC Cathy Hernandez (@KPRC2Cathy) September 19, 2019This morning search and rescue activities are underway in the Beaumont area. Photos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamPhotos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamPhotos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamPhotos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamPhotos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamPhotos of High Water Rescue Vehicles - HFD Water Strike TeamThis is #whiteoakbayou at TC Jester 11th. #houstonweather #flooding @KPRC2 #houston pic.twitter.com/YDtSvpbtr0 Taniya Wright (@KPRC2Taniya) September 19, 2019