Groundbreaking study shows the link between a warmer ocean and hurricane intensity

On Thursday, KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding spoke with Jason Wells, the CEO of CenterPoint Energy. This was Wells’ first interview with a TV news station since the aftermaths of the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl.

Coastal erosion continues to be a problem along the Texas coastline and the 2024 hurricane season isn't making it any easier

A New Caney family says they’ve been displaced for the past 4 months because of severe weather. During this time, they’ve been left in limbo by FEMA, which still hasn’t sent them money they were approved for.

Was your car damaged or destroyed during Hurricane Beryl? If so, you may be eligible for FEMA relief on expenses not covered by insurance.

Tonight, we have a follow-up to a story we first brought you earlier this week involving a massive pile of tree debris that had been lingering outside of a Garden Oaks home for around seven weeks following Hurricane Beryl.

On Wednesday, KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke spoke to a family in the Garden Oaks neighborhood of northwest Harris County, who was still dealing with a huge debris pile from Hurricane Beryl—more than 40 days after the tropical storm hit the Houston area.

On Wednesday, KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke spoke to a family in the Garden Oaks neighborhood of northwest Harris County, who was still dealing with a huge debris pile from Hurricane Beryl—more than 40 days after the tropical storm hit the Houston area.

After widespread of criticism over power outages during Hurricane Beryl, CenterPoint Energy is working to restore it’s image.

It has been more than 40 days since Hurricane Beryl tore down trees throughout the Houston area, leading to huge piles of debris being left outside many homes.

CenterPoint Energy has asked a judge to dismiss its mandatory rate review that was already pending before Hurricane Beryl.

A Spring Branch woman anxious for information on the whereabouts of her FEMA funding visited a Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in Spring Branch in hopes of getting answers.

The City of Houston hired an army of sub-contractors to handle the millions of pounds of tree waste left in the wake of Beryl and the Derecho.

CenterPoint Energy plans to withdraw its 2024 rate case filing with the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUC).

Nearly three weeks after Hurricane Beryl pummeled through Texas, many residents are now left in a financial limbo as they wait for their FEMA checks to come in. We sat down with Derrick Kinney, financial expert with GetTheRaiseYouWant.com, shares how you can stay up to date with your bills while you wait for emergency funds.

People in the Almeda Plaza neighborhood say they don’t want to hear apologies and promises from CenterPoint. They say actions speak louder than words.

On Monday, lawmakers in Austin are planning to question leaders for CenterPoint Energy on the company’s performance in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

Do you still have debris from Beryl that you are waiting for the city to pick up? Well, here's how you can track the progress and figure out exactly when crews are set to come to remove the eye-sore plaguing many of our streets.

Was your fence damaged during Hurricane Beryl? Are you confused about who's supposed to cover the cost? You, your neighbor or insurance? Well, we did the homework for you and here's what we found out:

Many business owners and residents have faced significant challenges due to Hurricane Beryl. To assist with recovery efforts, we reached out to FEMA, which directed us to the Small Business Administration (SBA) for support options.

A Montrose restaurant owner who is part of a class-action lawsuit suing CenterPoint because of the recent power outages, is speaking to us about the impact having no power for days had on our local food industry.

Hurricane Beryl’s path through Houston was devastating for many, leaving a mess of debris and destruction the city won’t soon forget. But humans aren’t the only ones impacted by the recent extreme weather trends. Since Beryl swept through the city, Houston’s chapter of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has been working around the clock to protect creatures both large and small.

Is your Hurricane Beryl debris pile still sitting curbside? Drop a comment and let us know where you live, if so.

If your trash is not being picked up since Hurricane Beryl or perhaps since before, there are ways you can report it.

Walking into Eric Lambert’s home in the Woodridge Forest neighborhood, it’s dark, and it’s been like this for nine days.

As if we don’t have enough to deal with post-Hurricane Beryl—mosquitos are making it insufferable. Many residents across the Houston area have seen an uptick in those pesky and annoying insects.

The University of Houston Police Department has released surveillance footage that appears to show the moment when a controversial sculpture at the University of Houston was “beheaded” by a currently unidentified person around a week ago.

The Galveston Police Department said the incident happened around 1:15 a.m. Monday in the 3100 block of Seawall Blvd. Police were called after getting reports of a man lying on the sidewalk.

Hurricane Beryl wreaked havoc on the Texas Coast, leaving behind a trail of destruction and claiming 11 lives. From fallen trees crushing homes to tragic flooding incidents, the aftermath has been heartbreaking.

In the Classic Pines neighborhood in Humble, many residents are still without power, one week after Beryl hit the Greater Houston area.

In response to the wreckage left by Hurricane Beryl, Houston Mayor John Whitmire has successfully extended the city's local disaster declaration. With unanimous approval from the city council, this move secures vital state and federal resources for recovery. The hurricane caused significant damage, including downed trees, debris, and prolonged power outages. Affected residents can look forward to updates from CenterPoint and a crucial meeting with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on July 25.

When a derecho hit Houston in May, Cynthia Fronterhouse's home was severely damaged. Just a few months later, Hurricane Beryl struck, causing even more destruction. Now, like many Houstonians, she's facing the financial burden of paying multiple deductibles for storm repairs. How is this affecting our community's resilience? Share your experiences and thoughts with us. Tune in to KPRC 2 News at 5 and 6 for the full story.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott did not pull any punches Sunday afternoon in going after CenterPoint for their failures in getting the lights back on for Houstonians as well as hundreds of thousands of others in the area.

It's been a challenging week for many Houston residents and businesses still grappling with power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. Families have lost refrigerated items, adding to the list of challenges. Fortunately, several food and water distribution sites are available across the city to help those in need.

The misery of Houston’s lasting power outages extend beyond the big city and onto surrounding farms and ranches, where everything from animal bedding to feed is harder to come by since Hurricane Beryl turned off the lights.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott did not pull any punches Sunday afternoon in going after CenterPoint for their failures in getting the lights back on for Houstonians as well as hundreds of thousands of others in the area.

Three men have been arrested after breaking into a grocery store that was without power in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

Residents are frustrated with inaccuracies in the CenterPoint outage map, which shows power restored when it is not.

Federal and local officials, including Bishop James Dixon, Congressman Al Green, and representatives from the offices of Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, will provide updates on recovery efforts at NRG Park following Hurricane Beryl.

After Hurricane Beryl, Franklin Allaire and his neighbors in Williamsburg Settlement initially had their power restored, only for it to fail again due to a blown transformer.

A 58-year-old man was shot and killed during an argument outside a powerless residence in Humble on Friday night.

As Southeast Texans work to recover from Hurricane Beryl, there are people out there looking to take advantage of those desperate for help.

In Missouri City, Robert Valentine, a culinary school graduate and owner of three catering businesses spent the week helping the community.

As Houston enters day five without power due to Hurricane Beryl, local hospitals report a significant increase in carbon monoxide-related emergency room visits. Many residents are using generators to cope with the heat and power essential appliances, but improper use is leading to dangerous CO exposure. “Generators can be lifesaving during an emergency, but because of the carbon monoxide, they can be deadly,” warns Carrie Bakunas, medical director at Memorial Hermann TMC. Remember to place generators at least 20 feet away from your home to avoid this invisible threat.

As Houston enters its fifth day without power following Hurricane Beryl, CenterPoint Energy updates on restoration efforts. With over a million homes still in the dark, crews are working 16-hour shifts to rebuild damaged infrastructure. "We know we still have a lot of work to do," says CenterPoint’s Jason Ryan.

A local man is calling for changes to protocols at an independent living facility in Kingwood. It’s where he says his mother died early this morning during extremely hot conditions.

Jose Loredo said his mother, Maria De La Luz Loredo, was sweet, persistent, and tried to make the best out of any situation. He said she was the American dream.

Houston-area doctors say carbon monoxide symptoms are hitting people across the area.

More than 1 million CenterPoint customers are still without power four days after Hurricane Beryl hit, with temperatures soaring into the mid-90s. Despite the company's efforts to restore power and their newly launched restoration status tracker, many find the tool confusing and inaccurate. CenterPoint has brought in 12,000 additional workers and aims to restore power to hundreds of thousands by the weekend.

Residents are slowly making their way back to Matagorda, Texas after Hurricane Beryl delivered a blow to the small coastal community.

The mayor’s message was clear and to the point. He also later added that the city will not be letting the off the hook.

Inside the Friends for Life Animal shelter, staff is cleaning up after water spilled into the building during Beryl.

Hurricane Beryl left severe damage across parts of the Houston area this week, and multiple school districts and agencies will be keeping their doors closed on Thursday.

As the Houston area works to recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick is providing updates on the state’s response.

The Houston Humane Society has begun recovery efforts after suffering extensive damage to its facility during Hurricane Beryl.

Hurricane Beryl left severe damage across parts of the Houston area this week, and multiple school districts will be keeping their campuses closed on Wednesday.

As Drew Smith was surveying the damage on his parents’ property caused by a fallen pecan tree that narrowly missed the main structure of their home, he expressed a sentiment that has crossed the minds of many in the aftermath of Beryl: “Come storm time, you never know when one of those widow-makers is going to come down,” Smith said.

Richie Ross, 40, was a man of few words with a heart of gold. That is how his mother, Kathy Ross and his sister, Holly Atkins, describe him.

The Lufkin Police Department shared photos taken by one of their officers of a group of pigeons taking cover near a store.

Tragic news as a Houston Police Department employee lost his life driving through high waters on Houston Avenue during Hurricane Beryl. Mayor John Whitmire urges residents to stay off roads with lingering hazards like downed trees and power lines. Stay safe, Houston.

Several school districts and other businesses and agencies have announced closures for Tuesday.

The bayou is up way above its banks but the good news is it hasn't gotten into any homes.

Storm Tracker 2's live satellite images of Beryl.

The National Weather Service issued a life-threatening flash flood warning, urging residents to stay indoors.

Hurricane Beryl made landfall at 4 a.m., unleashing strong winds and heavy rain across Matagorda County, Freeport, and surrounding areas. KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner reports from a Buc-ee’s gas station in Freeport, where the storm's force tore off the station's sign. Meteorologist Caroline Brown warns that the worst is far from over, with storm surges, downpours, and tropical tornadoes still a threat. Residents in Houston, Sugarland, The Woodlands, Liberty, and Katy should brace for winds up to 73 mph and potential widespread power outages. Stay safe and stay informed with KPRC 2’s live updates.

Hurricane Beryl is hammering southeast Texas Monday morning. KPRC 2 viewers are sending us photos, documenting the intense conditions.

Stay informed with the latest updates on Hurricane Beryl from KPRC 2 Meteorologists Justin Stapleton and Caroline Brown.

As Hurricane Beryl approaches the Texas Coast, communities are preparing for its powerful winds and heavy rains. With expected landfall near Matagorda around 2 a.m. Monday, areas like Galveston, Houston, and Katy will experience significant impact. Our reporter Gage Goulding is on the ground, ensuring you get the latest updates despite the challenging conditions. Stay safe and stay informed.

How are you preparing for Beryl? Share your photos and experiences in the comments below!

As Tropical Storm Beryl nears, the Houston SPCA has relocated 18 rescued horses to their Equine Rehabilitation Center for safety. Currently caring for 24 horses, three pigs, 12 chickens, and a peacock, the team is prepared with boats on standby for high-water rescues. "Horses and animals like that really pick up on the weather before it happens," says Equine Manager Linnea Wood. Stay safe and prepare your pets for the storm. 🐴🌧️

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo held a news conference Monday afternoon after Hurricane Beryl ravaged through the Houston area.

METRO is suspending transportation service ahead of Beryl.

Authorities in La Marque have issued an order for a voluntary evacuation of Omega Bay and all areas outside the levee systems.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire will give an update regarding emergency preparedness of the city ahead of Beryl.

From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - here’s how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.

As Beryl approaches the Texas coast, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo said she had left on a pre-planned trip for the July 4th weekend.

As Hurricane Beryl approaches, Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez reports that Southeast Texas is already experiencing significant rainfall from the storm’s outer bands.

Fort Bend County Judge KP George, alongside key county officials, will hold a press conference Monday following Hurricane Beryl’s aftermath to give a status report of the county.

The City of Galveston will hold an emergency management update on Sunday, July 7, at 3 p.m. regarding Tropical Storm Beryl.

As Tropical Storm Beryl eyes up its final track along the Texas Gulf Coast, entire communities are fleeing for higher and drier ground.

A Hurricane Warning and Tropical Storm Warning have been issued ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl’s expected landfall on Monday morning.

Texas officials are telling coastal residents to expect power outages and flooding as Beryl was forecast to regain hurricane strength before making landfall.

A voluntary evacuation order has been issued by Galveston Emergency Management Officials for the west end of Galveston Island.

CenterPoint Energy is preparing for Beryl’s impacts as it heads for the Texas coast.

Here is how it will affect SE Texas

Officials in Galveston County continue to monitor Tropical Storm Beryl as it approaches the Texas coast.

Houston Public Works has announced a temporary lowering of Lake Houston by 12 inches, starting at 4 a.m. on Sunday, July 7, in preparation for Tropical Storm Beryl.

Tropical Storm Beryl is approaching Houston, prompting several closures.

Tropical Storm Beryl is potentially heading towards Houston, making it essential for residents to prepare with emergency kits, evacuation plans, and stay informed via updates.

Texas officials are urging coastal residents to brace for a looming hit by Beryl as the storm is expected to regain hurricane strength.

The turn to the right is concerning because it may mean a direct hit from Beryl in SE Texas

Even in the worst-case scenario, they say they’re more than ready to tackle the challenge.

Firecracker hot this 4th of July

Firecracker hot this 4th of July

Possibly tracking our first hurricane of the year

Beryl has grown into a hurricane in the Atlantic and is forecast to strengthen into a major storm as it nears the Caribbean.