Daily shower and storm chances fire off for the first week of June.

What wins the battle between a strong El Nino and near record setting warm Gulf waters?

Hurricane season begins this weekend, and Houston-area officials urge residents to prepare now by signing up for emergency alerts, checking evacuation maps, and gradually building hurricane kits with essential supplies for at least seven days.

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, it’s all about the crunch. Host Chris Shepherd went on the hunt for the perfect fried bites in Houston. Whether it’s a chicken wing, a piece of fish, shrimp straight from the Gulf, or a perfectly fried crab finger, great fried food doesn’t have to be fancy, it just needs have the right technique.

All Gulf Facing Beaches are experiencing rip current risk, read what you can do to stay safe if you are headed to the coast.

The Iran war has made life even more precarious for millions of foreign workers in the Middle East.

The crew of Carnival Legend rescued a boater in distress while en route to Cozumel in Mexico Tuesday night.

NOAA will release it's hurricane forecast on Thursday. We are expecting a season around normal due to above average sea surface temperatures, but also a strengthening El Nino.

Russia and China have vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

What started as a shrimping operation in 1978 has transformed into a growing oyster business along the Texas coast.

Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf allies of the United States are urging President Donald Trump to keep prosecuting his war against Iran, saying the month of strikes has not weakened Tehran enough.

Visitors will find more than postcard views. Destin-Fort Walton Beach is as a destination for firsts — first catches, first paddle-board stands and first dives — and it packages those experiences into short, family-friendly programs that can fit into a vacation itinerary.

An arctic blast of Canadian air colliding with moisture from the Gulf is expected to bring a winter storm to the region, raising the risk of a hard freeze and the possibility of cold rain or freezing rain depending on moisture levels and the timing of the cold front.

Next cold front moves in Friday

Temperatures tumble below average through the early week

Temperatures tumble with a real fall feel

Temperatures tumble with a real fall feel

Our next tropical system forms this week in the Atlantic Ocean

Dry air and cool mornings continue in Houston.

The Gulf has been quiet this hurricane season, will this last?

Why so quiet in the peak of hurricane season?

A cold front is expected to stall by the coast this evening, which will bring chances for heavy rain at times and minor flooding through parts of the Labor Day weekend.

A cold front is expected to stall by the coast this evening, which will bring chances for heavy rain at times and minor flooding through parts of the Labor Day weekend.

Every day we will see coastal showers to start, but by the afternoon commute you can see a few thunderstorms further inland. These showers will be brief but heavy dropping anywhere from half an inch to two inches.

As we enter the middle August, the tropics are also starting to heat up a bit. With bathwater temperatures in the Gulf and parts of Atlantic, conditions continue to grow favorable for development.

Every day we will see coastal showers to start, but by the afternoon commute you can see a few thunderstorms further inland. These showers will be brief but heavy dropping anywhere from half an inch to two inches.

Gulf waters can make monster storms in a short period of time.

Wind shear made it tough for the tropical system in the Gulf to get going

Tropical rain expected at the end of the week

An appeals court in Washington turned down The Associated Press' request for immediate reinstatement into covering smaller presidential events like meetings with reporters in the Oval Office and Air Force One.

Tropical rain expected at the end of the week

Summer heat pattern returns to Houston long term with weekend rain chances.

KPRC 2’s Weather team has been monitoring a tropical system headed toward the Gulf, but the National Hurricane Center has dramatically lowered the chance of any development.

A comprehensive guide for residents of the Houston area to stay prepared for weather disasters, especially as a tropical disturbance approaches, increasing the risk of heavy rainfall. The article emphasizes the importance of checking emergency supplies and highlights the resources provided by Harris County's Office of Emergency Management. It includes an Emergency Preparedness checklist covering essential categories such as food, water, first-aid, and more, ensuring residents can build a thorough emergency kit.

Daily storms but not as widespread going into the weekend

A tropical system near Florida is expected to move into the Gulf, bringing rain and potential flooding to Houston and the Gulf Coast. KPRC 2’s meteorologist explains what to expect as the week unfolds.

CenterPoint Energy says they are making preparations and keeping an eye on a system that could develop later this week in the Gulf.

Over the next 24 hours, parts of Victoria, especially near the Guadalupe River gauge in Bloomington, are expected to see minor flood stages.

Over the past week, we’ve seen a small uptick in tropical activity. Now, over the next seven days, another area in the Eastern Gulf has a slight chance of development

The second name storm of the season forms in the eastern Gulf Sunday afternoon

Watching a area of disturb weather as it approaches the Gulf.

Expect a typical June afternoon

More hot and humid days ahead

More hot and humid days ahead

In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, the crew returns to Galveston to learn how fresh caught Gulf seafood makes it from the dock to your plate. Host Chris Shepherd’s first stop is at Katie’s Seafood Market where he meets local fisherman Buddy Guindon who owns the market and Katie’s Seafood House right next door.

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

Headed for record breaking temperatures this week

The Gulf region is experiencing a record-breaking heatwave. Learn about the causes and how to stay safe.

Houston is set to experience a return of high temperatures and humidity, making it feel like a sauna by midweek.

Galveston is known for its laid-back coastal vibe, rich history, and, of course, seafood. However, despite its proximity to the water, not all Galveston restaurants are sourcing fresh Gulf seafood. Host Chris Shepherd set out to sort out the local spots that are sourcing locally and serving up some of the best dishes in town.

How the loss of one person is affecting the Flower Gardens

As temperatures rise, so do our AC bills. What are some low-cost ways to save on your energy bill?

KPRC 2's Chief Meteorologist teams up with Moody Gardens to bring awareness about the health of coral reefs in a new upcoming documentary. Get a first look before its premiere tomorrow night.

Surprising science and life in our backyard ocean

Tune in Thursday April 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Wednesday dew points will steadily increase

How hot is it going to get? And what about the cool front headed our way?

But why? And for how long?

But why? And for how long?

But why? And for how long?

In Houston, the transition from winter to spring brings increased humidity due to warmer temperatures, Gulf-driven winds, and evaporation from rain and plants.

Staying breezy and dry Friday with more moisture this weekend

The National Weather Service issued a Rip Current Risk Tuesday for Gulf-facing beaches, including Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Bolivar Peninsula, and Galveston Island.

As we near the Vernal Equinox, one question everyone has is "Are we done with winter?"

Mexico says it’s awaiting a new response from Google to its request that the tech company fully restore the name Gulf of Mexico to its Google Maps service before filing a lawsuit.

Expect delays on IH-45 N in Galveston Co. due to lane changes between Galveston Causeway & Texas City Wye.

A startup in Mexico is trying to help get a handle on one Gulf coast city’s plastic waste problem by converting it into gasoline, diesel and other fuels.

An area of low pressure is bringing a surge of Gulf moisture into our very cold environment.

A strong plunge of Arctic air will spill across Texas early next week bringing bone-chilling temperatures and a chance for some areas to see a chance for wintry precipitation.

'I'll bet diners have no idea how much they are being duped,' said a local shrimper.

In Houston, rain will start as light sprinkles early Wednesday morning, intensifying by 9 a.m. and continuing throughout the day, bringing warm, breezy, and humid conditions.

KPRC 2 family is growing!

Social media posts are claiming another storm is coming

All eyes have been on the Gulf this week with Francine now expected to make landfall in Louisiana Wednesday.

A tropical disturbance which could soon become Tropical Storm Francine is potentially heading towards Houston, making it essential for residents to prepare with emergency kits, evacuation plans, and stay informed via updates.

Watching the Gulf of Mexico, a storm may form next week

The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for coastal counties until Friday morning, with a rip current risk lasting until 9 pm.

The National Hurricane Center has just named Ernesto a category 1 hurricane. This is the third hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic season after Beryl and Debby.

Hurricane Beryl is making it’s way across the Caribbean, bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds. Regardless of it’s path or intensity, we can expect to see dangerous beaches through the holiday weekend.

The Houston area dodged the worst of Tropical Storm Alberto, but that doesn’t mean we got away without a scratch.

Coastal flooding is ongoing in several communities along the Texas coast as Potential Tropical Cyclone 1 continues to churn in the Gulf.

Some residents along the coast of southeast Texas experienced quite a sight Monday morning just offshore.

India’s Foreign Ministry says Qatar has freed eight retired Indian navy officers whose death sentences for alleged spying were commuted last year.

From September 2022 through September 2023, The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office showed a drop in crime across the board.

Tropical storms have been hard to find but the season will get more active when September rolls around.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has begun a three-stop tour of Persian Gulf states to raise trade and investment for Turkey’s floundering economy.

A pedestrian was fatally struck on IH-45 Gulf southbound at Beltway 8-South Thursday, which caused a complete shutdown, according to the Houston Police Department.

Welcome to June!

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Thursday that it is holding two virtual opportunities for the public to share input on a grant program being developed to support clean water in underserved Gulf of Mexico communities.

Flood threat is low, don't let your guard down

Flood threat is low, don't let your guard down

Flood threat is low, don't let your guard down

When four Americans were kidnapped in the border city of Matamoros, authorities rescued the survivors after three days.

Hello, and welcome to November! Typically this can be a very active time for us here in Southeast Texas with cold air moving in and interacting with our warm moist Gulf air, forming a secondary severe weather season. Thankfully for us here, our tropical season is done, but that is NOT the case across the globe.

Watch a loop of KPRC 2 graphics as all eyes turn toward Hurricane Ian.

Low flood threats through the start of the weekend

This low will be responsible for hor much rain we get the rest of the week

Heat advisory for our northern cities

Heat advisory for our northern cities

The 2022 Atlantic hurricane season kicks off on June 1st with an above average number of storms expected through the summer