The Houston OEM has provided several useful tips on how to separate debris after a severe weather event.

Downtown Houston is rebuilding after last month’s derecho, with most roads and sidewalks now reopened.

Huntsville State Park has extended its closure until June 11th due to the extensive storm damage and ongoing safety concerns caused by recent severe weather.

Another strong storm is headed our way Friday morning.

Late Wednesday afternoon, the Houston area faced yet another round of roaring thunder and pouring rain.

No lights, no air conditioner, no nothing. If you were one of the 900,000 people who lost electricity for several days this month you might expect your next bill to be slightly lower than normal. One man in the Heights called us when he noticed his account showed he was using electricity on days when that was impossible. Investigative reporter Amy Davis explains you how to check your own account.

Thursday night, Harris County has experienced intense rainfall and echoing thunder, as Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warnings were issued throughout the area.

A Cloverleaf woman is one step closer to having the power restored at her home.

POWER UPDATE: Can you believe some Houston area residents are still without electricity? Here's what CenterPoint has to say

The Houston OEM has provided several useful tips on how to separate debris after a severe weather event.

During the deadly windstorm in mid-May, one Houston family lost more than a mother of four kids.

All lanes across a portion of US Highway 290 will be closed in both directions on Saturday, May 25, at 7 a.m. and 8 a.m.

FEMA opened Disaster Recovery Centers in Houston and Coldspring on Friday, May 24 for in-person assistance to help people affected the the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and derecho winds that began April 26, 2024.

During the peak of the deadly windstorm a.k.a derecho, the skies across Houston became noticeably and eerily dark. But just how dark? An interactive infrared map by NASA shows us.

“For these families, a good night’s sleep on a brand new mattress can symbolize a step towards rebuilding their lives," Gallery Furniture said in a statement. Check if you qualify for a free mattress by clicking the story and seeing the eligible zip codes.

Criminals across Harris County are taking advantage of security lapses after last week’s deadly storm that left hundreds of thousands of people without power.

The SBA opened two recovery centers on Day 7 of storm recovery in Houston.

While first responders are working to clean up the damage left behind by last week's deadly windstorm in the sweltering heat, the last thing on their minds is probably laundry. That's why the popular laundry detergent company Tide is stepping in.

The math is good if you're looking at percentages for power restored in the last week. Not so much for people enduring a full week without electricity. And for some, the situation is becoming unhealthy, even dangerous.

In an email from Houston ISD, the district said the plan involves students getting dropped off and picked up from their home campus, then taken to an alternate campus, where they will still be taught by their respective teachers.

Recovery efforts are underway in downtown Houston after winds reached 100 miles per hour last week but it could be months before the country’s fourth largest city returns to normal.

As many Houstonians transition from cleaning up to rebuilding their communities after last week’s storms, it’s a good time to make sure your home is protected from natural disasters before they strike.

Many residents in Houston are facing internet outages following a recent storm that not only caused power disruptions, but also damaged the infrastructure of internet service providers.

The Greater Houston Disaster Alliance has launched a Recovery Fund to assist those affected by recent severe weather in Harris, Montgomery, and Waller counties.

Authorities have arrested multiple suspects who were allegedly caught by police taking advantage of residents during last week’s storm.

After the recent storm in Houston that caused widespread power outages, the question of burying power lines has been raised. While it may prevent outages during severe weather, it comes with a hefty price tag and maintenance challenges. Should Houston consider going underground with its power grid? Share your thoughts in the comments! #HoustonPowerGrid #StormRecovery #UndergroundPowerLines

Christin Martinez's family needs prayers and support after the 31-year-old mother of four was killed during the devastating windstorm. This Saturday, loved ones are holding a plate sale to help raise funds for the baby she leaves behind as well as funeral expenses.

CenterPoint Energy expects near-complete power restoration for Houstonians by this evening, with over 840,000 customers already having their power restored since the outages began.

Federal aid is now available through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and affected individuals can apply online, via the FEMA app, or by phone.

The head of the Federal Emergency Management Agency has toured the Houston area to assess the damage from last week’s deadly storms.

The house Jennifer Guerra grew up in and has lived in for 23 years, is gone.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced Tuesday that the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) received federal approval allowing recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to apply for replacement benefits for food lost or destroyed in last week’s storms.

Day 5 of storm recovery was getting rough for some people still without power, which means no air conditioning as temps hit above 90 for the fourth day in a row, with the weather promising to feel even more like an oven as we move toward the holiday weekend.

A temporary curfew has been ordered in the City of Waller.

The race to get the power back in Houston is getting a much needed assist from electrical linemen and support workers from outside of Houston.

The Houston Downtown Management District says over 2,500 windows were reportedly damaged in Thursday’s storm.

One parent at Hogg Middle School told KPRC 2 "essentially, we were lied to."

Lawyers claim the companies "demonstrated a brazen disregard for human life" during last week's deadly windstorm in Houston when a crane collapsed, killing one worker and seriously injuring another.

Find out how you can access the support and aid necessary to rebuild and recover from the windstorm's aftermath.

It's unfortunate but true that during times of crisis like last week's devastating storms, there are scammers who will take advantage of people seeking assistance. The BBB wants you to be on the lookout for these scams, especially as we soon enter Hurricane Season.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire provided an update on the city’s recovery efforts following Thursday’s deadly storm.

A senior living apartment complex in Houston is accused of abandoning it’s vulnerable residents after a severe weather outbreak in Houston on Thursday.

Houston area residents affected by deadly storms last week that left at least seven dead have received some good news.

CenterPoint Energy has released a power restoration timeline for Houston, providing estimated dates for returning service to approximately 80% of impacted residents by Sunday night.

Rescued Pets Movement is seeking help from Houstonians after their facility was damaged during the severe thunderstorms that hit Houston Thursday.

With nearly 100 wild animals being taken in, the center anticipates a continuous surge of distressed wildlife in the coming days.

City of Houston has opened resource centers in response to a recent storm that caused significant damage and power outages.

With a growing number of people and pets seeking refuge, the organization has opened multiple shelters across Harris, Liberty, Polk, and San Jacinto Counties.

Stay up to date with the latest storm updates from Houston ISD.

As the Houston area works to clean up and restore power to hundreds of thousands after deadly storms left at least seven people dead, it will do so amid a smog warning and rising Texas heat.

Thursday’s storm is now classified as a Derecho a type of straight-line windstorm, according to the National Weather Service.

A tragic incident occurred during the storm as two cranes collapsed, resulting in the death of a cement worker. #HoustonStorm #TragicAccident

The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touchdown Thursday evening in the Cypress area.

🌩️🏫 Houston ISD Superintendent, Mike Miles, is assessing the damage caused by yesterday's storm. Several schools have been affected, and the main focus is on ensuring the safety of students and teachers. #HoustonStrong #SchoolsRecovery #HISDUpdates

There seemed to be some passive aggressiveness during the deadly weather update Friday morning between Mayor John Whitmire and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo after they made their first joint press conference.

The Houston OEM has provided several useful tips on how to separate debris after a severe weather event.

Restoration and recovery are at the top of mind for many Harris County residents after Thursday’s deadly storm ripped through parts of southeast Texas.

The sky turned hauntingly dark Thursday night as Houstonians anxiously waited for the storms to pass. And the morning after, all we can do is stare in awe at the damage left behind in the aftermath.

Houston Mayor John Whitmire said Thursday night at least four people died during the storm. KPRC 2 has received information of at least three weather-related deaths, but it’s unclear if these deaths reported by police are part of the deaths Mayor Whitmire referred to.

Investigators say the mother went outside to move her car so it wouldn't get damaged during Thursday evening's heavy storms.

Severe storms left their mark on the Houston area as they moved through Thursday evening.

Thursday night, Harris County has experienced intense rainfall and echoing thunder, as Severe Thunderstorm and Tornado Warnings were issued throughout the area.

Rebuilding or getting back into your home and business after a natural disaster or flood event can be stressful and time consuming.