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More than $100 million dollars in property tax revenue was approved by Harris County voters just night, and it just barely passed.
Families displaced from four flood-prone apartment complexes in Houston may be eligible for federal relocation assistance, but many are still unaccounted for, with hundreds of residents yet to claim the aid they’re entitled to under federal law.
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.
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.
More than 200 volunteers with The Restoration Team spent 6 months ripping out moldy sheetrock and putting 87-year-old George Tisdale’s home back together. Since the non-profit started after Hurricane Harvey with members of just 4 churches, it has grown. Pulling in and putting people to work from here and across the country.
A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas.
For a lot of us, another round of storms and heavy downpours stirs familiar and uncomfortable feelings after all the recent flooding we’ve had.
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.
It has been an exhausting week in Houston. Hurricane Beryl brought widespread damage on Monday, and many are still without power.
Residents of Houston are dealing with significant flooding and widespread damage in the wake of Hurricane Beryl. One of the hardest-hit areas, White Oak Bayou, remains underwater, with floodwaters slowly receding. In a harrowing escape, Tracy Newman saved herself and her German Shepherd puppy from rising waters by climbing out of her car window.
Many neighborhoods across the Houston area have downed trees and powerlines. From Lake Jackson to Kingwood, KPRC 2 viewers are reporting damage from large limbs and trees caused by Hurricane Beryl. It is important to know what to do in the minutes and hours after a storm moves through. We are answering some of your storm damage related questions.
Heavy rain from the outer bands of Tropical Storm Alberto is impacting the Houston area which is leading to a few roadways reporting high water.
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.
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.
While a majority of Houston seems to have avoided the wrath of tropical storm Alberto, Galveston residents experienced significantly elevated water levels as well as some flooding during the initial phases of the storm. As a coastal city, Galveston is no stranger to floods.
KPRC 2 is thrilled to unveil the revamped Storm Tracker 2 weather app, your ultimate sidekick in the battle against unpredictable weather. Packed with cutting-edge features, this app will help you dodge downpours, outsmart heatwaves, and avoid unexpected snow days (not that we get many of those in Houston).
A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas.
From weather watches and warnings and hour-by-hour forecasts to road conditions and preparations you should make at your home or office, here’s how KPRC 2 can help.
A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas.
The only way people can get to their homes in the Trinity River Oaks Subdivision is by boat. They have been dealing with high water since April 28, and some homes still have standing water inside.
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
With a growing number of people and pets seeking refuge, the organization has opened multiple shelters across Harris, Liberty, Polk, and San Jacinto Counties.
🌧️🏞️ Good news for families living along White Oak Bayou! The City of Houston and Harris County Flood Control District are teaming up to construct a Detention Basin on the former Inwood Forest golf course. This basin will temporarily hold back water during flooding events, reducing the risk of flooding in nearby neighborhoods. These flood mitigation projects are a big step towards protecting our homes and businesses from the kind of damage experienced during Hurricane Harvey. 💪🏠 #FloodPrevention #HoustonStrong #ProtectingOurCommunity 🌊🚫
It’s a neighborhood at risk of disappearing and people there are desperate for immediate help and long-term solutions.
Houston faces a threat of severe weather Thursday as a storm system moving through southeast Texas brings rounds of showers and thunderstorms.
Those living in the New River Lake estates neighborhood off County Road 2166 said their homes and properties were destroyed in recent floods.
A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas Monday afternoon.
Just as many families are getting ready to put last week’s flooding in the rear-view mirror, Mother Nature is gearing up another storm that could dump several inches of rain on already saturated areas.
Just days after hundreds of homes nearly got flooded (again), Houston city leaders talked about the issue and needed dam improvements. Houston City Council approved an ordinance to streamline funds for Lake Houston Dam Spillway improvements. This will hopefully help prevent future flooding in the Houston area.
The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said they have been informed that Highway 90 between Liberty and Dayton at the Trinity River will open up shortly and traffic will be limited to one lane in each direction.
As communities in East Texas begin the process of rebuilding after a week of storms and flooding, FEMA is trying a new approach to make the process more efficient.
If our flood-ravaged areas get declared Federal Disaster Areas, then you can apply for funds. Until then, here are other options.
Learn about the different categories of flood water, steps to take after your home is flooded, and the importance of flood insurance.
KPRC 2 visited the areas where people returned to their Channelview homes and businesses after Harris County lifted its mandatory evacuation order.
The Liberty County Sheriff’s Office said they have been informed that Highway 90 in the river bottom area near the Trinity River is set to be closed “within the hour.”
Governor Abbott will get a first-hand look at the devastation in the Conroe area on Monday.
In some parts of Coldspring, just south of Lake Livingston, the water is still too high for people to return home. This has forced some residents to rely on the kindness of others.
A woman decided to go against the warning of Houston Firefighters and take her chances at driving through flood waters covering a road in Kingwood on Saturday.
The northeast part of Harris County and areas around Kingwood have been heavily affected by the recent heavy rains and flooding, however, authorities are sharing a glimmer of hope Sunday evening.
A woman decided to go against the warning of Houston Firefighters and take her chances at driving through flood waters covering a road in Kingwood on Saturday. Needless to say, she didn’t get very far.
As flood waters continue to swell throughout neighborhoods in Kingwood, Houston Mayor John Whitmire and Police Chief Troy Finner traveled by helicopter to get a first-hand view of the situation Saturday afternoon.
Pinnacle Search and Rescue, formerly known as Cajun Navy 2016, is assisting with rescue efforts in the Liberty area amidst major flooding.
The Caney Creek Fire Department has been rescuing people, pets, and even a KPRC 2 News crew nonstop for two days in Conroe’s River Plantation neighborhood.
As the Kingwood community prepares for flooding moving into the weekend, local apartment complexes are confirming suspicions that we could see Hurricane Harvey-like flood levels.
New video out of Kingwood shows the roads blocked off with very high water near St. Martha Catholic School just off Northpark Dr. and Woodland Hills Dr.
If your car was (or happens to get) caught in the flood waters and later find it to be towed, here's what you'll have to pay to get it back.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough has issued a voluntary evacuation order for several neighborhoods along the West Fork of the San Jacinto River due to continuing rising water levels.
Heavy thunderstorms pounded the Houston area Thursday and made their presence known with gusty winds, lots of lightning, and very heavy rainfall.
With areas just to the north of Houston experiencing yet another round of extremely heavy rain for the second time this week, rivers and creeks in those areas are going to continue to rise.
Call 911 if you need help getting out, said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo
Trinity County Sheriff Woody Wallace briefs residents on the flooding and precautions to take.
New video out of Kingwood shows the roads blocked off with very high water near St. Martha Catholic School just off Northpark Dr. and Woodland Hills Dr.
