1.7 million voters dodged the potential for thunderstorms on election day in Harris County. The weather team is watching and tracking the chance for .75-1″ of rain late Monday night into Tuesday morning. Early morning storms - up to 1" of rain during the overnight.

The wet pattern looks to continue into at least the first part of the week and we could be dealing with a few stronger storms early Tuesday morning as well.

Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region Thursday night.

Through the day today, Helene is forecast to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane before making landfall Thursday.

This front steers Helene away from Houston

This front steers Helene away from Houston

The rare and most dangerous lightning strike

Hundreds of flights have been canceled or delayed at Hobby and Bush Intercontinental Airport as Hurricane Beryl pushes through the SE Texas region.

A ground stop has been lifted at Bush Intercontinental Airport after thunderstorms caused one to be issued.

The storms have moved offshore now, but in their wake, they left the perfect conditions for Mother Nature to show off a certain type of cloud.

'Do I have to pay for things upfront? How long will a reimbursement take?' 'Why did I get denied for FEMA benefits?' 'Does FEMA check immigration status?' KPRC 2 asked FEMA all these questions and more to get the answers you need following the recent storms in our area.

According to officials, it happened in the Woodlands, where a 35-year-old man was hit by a lightning strike. And in Willis, two adults and a teen were also shocked by a down power line.

Magnolia firefighters are responding to the collapse of two partially constructed houses in Houston amid severe thunderstorms and rainfall.

We’ve been dry for a few days but that looks to change come Thursday afternoon and evening.

It is nice and sunny out this Tuesday, but storms are slated to make their return to the Houston area later this week.

Thunderstorms and showers have developed just north and west of the Houston area as of just before 6 p.m. Sunday.

LIVE RADAR: Storms have developed near Houston

The potential for severe weather exists Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday for Houston. Storms have already started firing on a northward advancing warm front just north of Harris County.

While there will be a chance of strong storms Monday through Wednesday in southeast Texas, it appears that Tuesday and early Wednesday will be the times we will have to watch the closest.

After a few quiet days, thunderstorms are expected to return to the Houston area on Thursday.

White Oak Bayou has had a series of flooding issues over the years.

Houstonians experienced a pretty drenched day as heavy rain fell across the area Monday.

The Houston area is seeing severe storms on Monday as tornado and thunderstorm watches are in effect.

Houston Airports are experiencing some flight delays as heavy rainfall hits the Houston area this Friday.

Electric skies: KPRC 2 viewers share Click2Pins as storms moved through Houston

Heavy thunderstorms moved east of the Houston area Friday afternoon, with some areas seeing lightning, gusty winds, and even hail in some areas.

Heavy thunderstorms moved through the Houston area Wednesday evening, with some areas seeing lightning and gusty winds.

A lot of Houstonians were cleaning up from Thursday night’s storm in northwest Harris County and hundreds were dealing with power outages.

Several businesses and activities normally happening around town have either adjusted schedules, or temporarily shut down due to Tuesday’s inclement weather. Here is a list of what we have found, including other helpful weather-related safety information.

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for several area counties Tuesday afternoon.

The Houston Zoo is closed Wednesday due to inclement weather, the zoo announced Wednesday.

Residents believe lightning was the cause of a fire at the Castlewood Apartments in northwest Houston Wednesday.

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect from 4 a.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Sunday. Nearly 1-3 inches of rain will be widespread with 4-8 inches in spots and 10 possible inches. Even more rain is expected to fall during the weekend.

Friday cold front brings weekend weather changes to SE Texas!

Another rainy day ahead ThursdayMore thunderstorms expectedPublished: July 17, 2014, 5:00 amHOUSTON – Thursday will be another rainy day, with more thunderstorms expected. High of 88. Copyright 2014 by Click2Houston.com. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.