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Have we finally turned the corner on the worst of the summer sizzle for Houston?
Read full article: Have we finally turned the corner on the worst of the summer sizzle for Houston?If this is your first full summer in Southeast Texas, congratulations! You’ve almost made it to the beginning of the end.
Resources Houston residents may turn to during excessive heat warning
Read full article: Resources Houston residents may turn to during excessive heat warningIf you're looking to cool off during the excessive heat, the City of Houston activated its Public Health Heat Emergency Plan with a complete list of cooling centers.
Excessive heat warning extended through Wednesday night, send us your Click2Pins of how you are beating the heat
Read full article: Excessive heat warning extended through Wednesday night, send us your Click2Pins of how you are beating the heatWhile this year hasn’t been as hot as it was this time last year, the mercury continues to rise.
‘They’re not practicing inclusion’: Klein ISD parents with SPED students feel neglected, district responds
Read full article: ‘They’re not practicing inclusion’: Klein ISD parents with SPED students feel neglected, district respondsA Klein ISD parent filed a complaint with the Texas Education Agency regarding perceived slights by the district against his stepson, with special needs, and other students in the adult program.
Extreme heat is impacting most Americans’ electricity bills, AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: Extreme heat is impacting most Americans’ electricity bills, AP-NORC poll findsA poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that around 7 in 10 Americans say extreme heat has had a major or minor impact on their electricity bills in the past year, and a majority have seen a similar impact on their outdoor activities.
Crystal-clear blue water, white sand beaches, water activities and more at Lagoonfest
Read full article: Crystal-clear blue water, white sand beaches, water activities and more at LagoonfestWith crystal-clear blue water, white sand beaches and water activities, this is perfect spot to cool down with the whole fam!
‘I don’t want to plan a funeral:’ Elderly residents in Almeda Plaza have growing fears amid ongoing power outage
Read full article: ‘I don’t want to plan a funeral:’ Elderly residents in Almeda Plaza have growing fears amid ongoing power outageFears of death and health concerns are growing in a local neighborhood that still doesn’t have power because of Hurricane Beryl.
Beat the heat with FREE watermelon giveaway, courtesy of annual event by Harris Co. Pct. 4
Read full article: Beat the heat with FREE watermelon giveaway, courtesy of annual event by Harris Co. Pct. 4Constable Mark Herman is hosting a Free Watermelon Giveaway for Precinct 4 residents on Tuesday, July 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., or while supplies last, at Atkinson Farms Produce.
Warning for Houston residents with chronic conditions in sweltering heat
Read full article: Warning for Houston residents with chronic conditions in sweltering heatWhile so many across the Houston area struggle without power on top of sweltering heat, local emergency rooms are seeing the strain in patients with chronic conditions getting worse right now.
Heat Exhaustion: Who’s at highest risk, symptoms to watch out for, and how to know when to get medical help
Read full article: Heat Exhaustion: Who’s at highest risk, symptoms to watch out for, and how to know when to get medical helpHeat exhaustion and heat stroke are SERIOUS risks in these unfavorable weather conditions. Learn more about how to protect yourself from the scorching heat here. 🥵🌡️#HeatSafety #StayCool #HoustonHeat
Weather at a Glance: Fourth of July Sizzler in Houston, latest on Hurricane Beryl
Read full article: Weather at a Glance: Fourth of July Sizzler in Houston, latest on Hurricane BerylHappy 4th of July! If you’re planning on having a BBQ for the 4th of July - here’s a quick look at your sizzling forecast!
🥵 It’s so hot in Houston that even raccoons are throwing a pool party!
Read full article: 🥵 It’s so hot in Houston that even raccoons are throwing a pool party!These raccoons are living their best life and beating the heat by taking a cool dip in this Houston resident's backyard pool. Video courtesy of Mark Dykes to our Gage Goulding.
3 dogs dead, 4 others hospitalized while under pet sitter’s care in NW Houston
Read full article: 3 dogs dead, 4 others hospitalized while under pet sitter’s care in NW HoustonHouston police say no charges have been filed, as of this writing, but Rover confirmed the sitter has been removed from the platform and is cooperating with the investigation.
First responders share essential tips to stay safe in extreme heat
Read full article: First responders share essential tips to stay safe in extreme heatCy-Fair Fire Department's Justin Reed, Assistant Chief EMS, and Meredith Frasier, Paramedic, talk about how to stay safe in the Houston heat, and what foods you can eat to nourish your body in the high temperatures.
Fifth Ward elderly couple receives A/C after living without one for more than a year
Read full article: Fifth Ward elderly couple receives A/C after living without one for more than a yearJust before the deadly summer heat, an elderly Fifth Ward couple has a central air conditioner for the first time in more than a year. We have their story, plus other groups in the Houston area that can help with A/C repair if you are in need.
Athletic trainer tells you how to beat the heat like Houston-area athletes
Read full article: Athletic trainer tells you how to beat the heat like Houston-area athletesWith the summer months just around the corner, Houstonians are gearing up for sweltering humidity, extreme UV indexes and triple-digit temperatures. In the presence of the infamous Texas heat, maintaining proper hydration is vital to keeping Houston’s high school athletes safe.
Show them you care! Share your photos thanking the men and women working amid dangerous heat to restore your power
Read full article: Show them you care! Share your photos thanking the men and women working amid dangerous heat to restore your powerHey everyone! Let's come together and show our appreciation for the amazing out-of-town workers who are helping restore power in Houston after the recent storm. Share your photos thanking our first responders on Click2Pins and let's make sure they know how grateful we are! #HoustonStrong #ThankYouFirstResponders
Heat Exhaustion: Who’s at highest risk, symptoms to watch out for, and how to know when to get medical help
Read full article: Heat Exhaustion: Who’s at highest risk, symptoms to watch out for, and how to know when to get medical helpHeat exhaustion and heat stroke are SERIOUS risks in these unfavorable weather conditions. Learn more about how to protect yourself from the scorching heat here. 🥵🌡️#HeatSafety #StayCool #HoustonHeat
Houston HVAC company giving away A/C system, how you can apply
Read full article: Houston HVAC company giving away A/C system, how you can applyBodensteiner Services, Inc is a family owned and operated HVAC company that has been serving Houston for 64 years. Owner Blair Bodensteiner is choosing a family or homeowner in need to receive a brand new American Standard HVAC system. You can apply here for yourself or someone you know.
Day 1 of Severe Weather Awareness Week: 5 heat safety tips you should take
Read full article: Day 1 of Severe Weather Awareness Week: 5 heat safety tips you should takeWith triple-digit temperatures expected this week, here are a few things to remember to make sure you stay cool and safe as hot weather blasts our area:
Need an AC/heat unit? Here’s how to get one for free if you’re in need
Read full article: Need an AC/heat unit? Here’s how to get one for free if you’re in needLow-income homeowners should contact Rebuilding Together Houston to qualify for a window air-conditioning/heater unit by visiting or by calling 713-659-2511.
Houston has words for Texas heat: Do our word search and see if your description was featured
Read full article: Houston has words for Texas heat: Do our word search and see if your description was featuredWe asked and you answered. Houston has some things to say about Houston's heat. We kept it clean, but here are the one-word answers for what Houstonian's think of Texas heat.
$5 agent call? $10 doc request? Hidden electric bill fees
Read full article: $5 agent call? $10 doc request? Hidden electric bill feesAs you shop around for cheaper electricity rates - you might not always get what you think you signed up for. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis has what you need to know about *new* hidden fees.
ERCOT issues call to conserve electricity usage; warns of potential to enter emergency operations
Read full article: ERCOT issues call to conserve electricity usage; warns of potential to enter emergency operationsThe agency said the call is due to low wind and potential low solar generation and high demand. They said operating reserves for ERCOT are expected to be low in the afternoon and evening.
Friday night football begins during excessive heat warning: Here’s how they stayed cool
Read full article: Friday night football begins during excessive heat warning: Here’s how they stayed coolThis time of the year means high school football. Even if it doesn’t feel like football weather, in most cases the games go on.
City of Houston bringing in more contractors to help with water leaks
Read full article: City of Houston bringing in more contractors to help with water leaksWater system problems are continuing to overflow in Houston. Drought conditions are leading to hundreds of reports of broken water pipes and mandatory water restrictions.
Soaring temperatures, no rain leading to water pressure problems in Houston
Read full article: Soaring temperatures, no rain leading to water pressure problems in HoustonCan you imagine trying to take a cold shower on a 100-degree day in Houston and all you get is a sprinkle of water from a shower head that just spits at you?
New Caney ISD bus riders battling the heat as school returns
Read full article: New Caney ISD bus riders battling the heat as school returnsAccording to New Caney ISD, there are a total of 116 buses in the district, six of them are without AC. Those six buses have the shortest routes, 30 minutes or less. The district said there may be AC issues from time to time, but when an issue arises, maintenance fixes it as quickly as possible.
Heat waves hitting U.S. and Europe ‘virtually impossible’ without climate change, researchers say
Read full article: Heat waves hitting U.S. and Europe ‘virtually impossible’ without climate change, researchers sayThe heat waves simultaneously broiling the southwest United States and southern Europe would have been “virtually impossible” if not for climate change, according to a group of scientists who study the probability of extreme weather events.
Questions answered about A/C issues and repair times at several Houston fire departments
Read full article: Questions answered about A/C issues and repair times at several Houston fire departmentsWe are getting more answers this Wednesday about the ongoing air conditioning problems at several Houston fire stations.
Extreme temperatures 🥵: HFD shares times on how to avoid heat-related medical emergencies
Read full article: Extreme temperatures 🥵: HFD shares times on how to avoid heat-related medical emergenciesThe heat is taking over the city once again, here are some safety precautions you need to take to avoid heat-related medical emergencies.
Recent events that indicate Earth's climate has entered uncharted territory
Read full article: Recent events that indicate Earth's climate has entered uncharted territoryScientists say global heat that inched into worrisome new territory this week is a clear example of how pollutants released by humans are warming their environment.
US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee hosts Houston event to give air conditioning units to senior citizens, veterans
Read full article: US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee hosts Houston event to give air conditioning units to senior citizens, veteransUnited States Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee is hosting an event on Monday for the Beat the Heat program.
Brutal heat wave makes Texas among the hottest places on Earth
Read full article: Brutal heat wave makes Texas among the hottest places on EarthBlistering triple-digit temperatures across Texas this week have the state rivaling the hottest locations on the planet, including the Sahara Desert and parts of the Persian Gulf.
Crews repair part of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive that was buckled due to heat
Read full article: Crews repair part of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive that was buckled due to heatA segment of I-10 East frontage road near Wayside Drive are shut down as crews repair a roadway that was buckled due to the heat.
Aldine family says critters could be reason why air conditioning system went out
Read full article: Aldine family says critters could be reason why air conditioning system went outAn Aldine family is having a hard time cooling down because their air conditioner hasn’t been working for the last two weeks.
Hot hot hot🌞: These are hilarious weather social media posts about Houston’s blazing heat wave🤣
Read full article: Hot hot hot🌞: These are hilarious weather social media posts about Houston’s blazing heat wave🤣These are the best we could find. What's your favorite? Did we miss it? Leave it in the comments.
Southeast Texas is under an ‘Excessive Heat Watch’ Friday through Saturday: What this means
Read full article: Southeast Texas is under an ‘Excessive Heat Watch’ Friday through Saturday: What this meansAn “Excessive Heat Watch” is now in effect in Southeast Texas from 11 a.m. Friday morning to 8 p.m. Saturday evening, but what does this mean?
Southeast Texas to experience dangerously hot temperatures this week. Here are some tips to help stay safe
Read full article: Southeast Texas to experience dangerously hot temperatures this week. Here are some tips to help stay safeMake sure you are well-hydrated and know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat strokes.
Lakers, Heat surging in series through defensive superiority
Read full article: Lakers, Heat surging in series through defensive superiorityThe NBA just completed its highest-scoring regular season in 53 years, with its teams scoring a record 282,127 points while a record 20 players made at least 200 3-pointers.
This heat is not horsing around!
Read full article: This heat is not horsing around!Remember that heat dome from this summer where strong high pressure produces all that sinking air? Sinking air doesn’t allow much in the way of cloud cover, so hot sunshine rules, and when air sinks, it compresses, causing even more heat. It can be a barn burner!
LIST: The top 25 places to beat the heat in Texas, according to Yelp
Read full article: LIST: The top 25 places to beat the heat in Texas, according to YelpLooking for a fun way to escape the Lone State State’s scorching temperatures? Yelp recently put together a list of the Best Places to Beat the Heat in Texas.
Houston vet Aziza Glass shares tips to keep pets safe from dangerous heat
Read full article: Houston vet Aziza Glass shares tips to keep pets safe from dangerous heatCelebrity veterinarian, Dr. Aziza Glass, joined Houston Life with her top recommendations to help protect your pets during these record-breaking temperatures across Texas.
It’s already been a long ride....
Read full article: It’s already been a long ride....Talk about heat that isn’t horsing around! We’ve had more days in July with 100+ temperatures than not and we’re in for another week of them, not to mention that we’ve already had several hot months. In fact, since April 10th, at which time we were having a beautiful spring, we’ve averaged 88% ABOVE NORMAL high temperatures!
It’s already been a long ride....
Read full article: It’s already been a long ride....Talk about heat that isn’t horsing around! We’ve had more days in July with 100+ temperatures than not and we’re in for another week of them, not to mention that we’ve already had several hot months. In fact, since April 10th, at which time we were having a beautiful spring, we’ve averaged 88% ABOVE NORMAL high temperatures!
ERCOT asks residents to conserve electricity Wednesday amid extreme hot weather
Read full article: ERCOT asks residents to conserve electricity Wednesday amid extreme hot weatherERCOT is once again asking Texans to conserve electricity this week as hot weather continues driving record power demands across the state.
7 ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel economy in hot weather
Read full article: 7 ways to improve your vehicle’s fuel economy in hot weatherIt's hot and gas prices remain high. That means your air-conditioner is working hard -- even when you do use our handy-dandy trick of using the recirculate button in your vehicle.
Houston home foundation repair company sees uptick in business amid drought conditions
Read full article: Houston home foundation repair company sees uptick in business amid drought conditionsDrought conditions in the Houston area are bringing more business to a longtime foundation improvement company.
The links you need during extreme weather. Bookmark this article and be prepared.
Read full article: The links you need during extreme weather. Bookmark this article and be prepared.Whether we’re facing torrential rains or scorching-hot sun, people across our area should be prepared so they can stay safe during extreme conditions.