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Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto River
Read full article: Dive teams recover body of man who went under water after helping 2 women in San Jacinto RiverThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office says a dive team has recovered the body of a man who drowned in the San Jacinto River after he went under water and didn’t resurface.
Father, teen daughter possible drownings among several other drownings along same stretch of San Jacinto River
Read full article: Father, teen daughter possible drownings among several other drownings along same stretch of San Jacinto RiverOn Monday, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office recovered the bodies of a 14-year-old girl and her father after a possible drowning incident in the San Jacinto River.
The government wants to buy their flood-prone homes. But these Texans aren’t moving.
Read full article: The government wants to buy their flood-prone homes. But these Texans aren’t moving.In Harris County, the flood control district wants to buy properties along the San Jacinto River that have flooded repeatedly. Some residents aren’t leaving.
Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rain
Read full article: Already soaked neighborhoods gearing up for soaking rainJust 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.
Flood damage and no FEMA funds? Here are other ways to get financial and food help
Read full article: Flood damage and no FEMA funds? Here are other ways to get financial and food helpIf our flood-ravaged areas get declared Federal Disaster Areas, then you can apply for funds. Until then, here are other options.
More than 200 people, 180 pets rescued in Harris County during weekend flooding
Read full article: More than 200 people, 180 pets rescued in Harris County during weekend floodingAfter several days of flooding in the Houston area, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo shares how she and other emergency officials continue to monitor impacted areas and help residents recover from storm damage.
WATCH FULL VIDEO: Woman rescued from flood waters after ignoring Houston Firefighters warning
Read full article: WATCH FULL VIDEO: Woman rescued from flood waters after ignoring Houston Firefighters warningA 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.
‘We must not get complacent:’ Aerial views appear to show floodwaters receding in Kingwood, but stay on guard
Read full article: ‘We must not get complacent:’ Aerial views appear to show floodwaters receding in Kingwood, but stay on guardThe 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.
Floodwaters start receding around Houston area as recovery begins following rescues and evacuations
Read full article: Floodwaters start receding around Houston area as recovery begins following rescues and evacuationsFloodwaters in the Houston area are starting to recede, allowing residents to begin returning to their homes and assess damages after days of heavy rainfall.
KPRC 2 News crew witnesses woman ignore Houston Firefighters warning, drive into flood waters
Read full article: KPRC 2 News crew witnesses woman ignore Houston Firefighters warning, drive into flood watersA 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.
Cajun Navy 2016, now Pinnacle Search and Rescue, mobilizes for rescue efforts in Liberty
Read full article: Cajun Navy 2016, now Pinnacle Search and Rescue, mobilizes for rescue efforts in LibertyPinnacle Search and Rescue, formerly known as Cajun Navy 2016, is assisting with rescue efforts in the Liberty area amidst major flooding.
Voluntary evacuation issued for several Montgomery County neighborhoods along W. Fork of San Jacinto River
Read full article: Voluntary evacuation issued for several Montgomery County neighborhoods along W. Fork of San Jacinto RiverMontgomery 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.
Very high rain totals north of Houston from Thursday’s storms. Here’s a look at who saw the most
Read full article: Very high rain totals north of Houston from Thursday’s storms. Here’s a look at who saw the mostHeavy thunderstorms pounded the Houston area Thursday and made their presence known with gusty winds, lots of lightning, and very heavy rainfall.
Major flooding ongoing; Here’s how high Houston-area rivers are expected to rise
Read full article: Major flooding ongoing; Here’s how high Houston-area rivers are expected to riseWith 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.
New Caney residents deal with flooding as East Fork of the San Jacinto River swells
Read full article: New Caney residents deal with flooding as East Fork of the San Jacinto River swellsOfficials’ warnings could be heard loud and clear throughout the Idle Glen neighborhood in New Caney Tuesday morning.
Communities across Houston area face massive floods
Read full article: Communities across Houston area face massive floodsWeather forecast for Houston, Texas, live radar, satellite, severe weather alerts, hour by hour and 7 day forecast temperatures and Hurricane tracking from KPRC 2 and Click2Houston.com.
Rescue missions conducted during evacuation efforts along San Jacinto River neighborhoods
Read full article: Rescue missions conducted during evacuation efforts along San Jacinto River neighborhoodsWe’re continuing to watch the flooding situation along the San Jacinto River in the New Caney area Wednesday morning, where rescues have already been made.
Voluntary evacuation for several NE Harris County neighborhoods along E. Fork of San Jacinto River
Read full article: Voluntary evacuation for several NE Harris County neighborhoods along E. Fork of San Jacinto RiverHarris County Judge Lina Hidalgo has requested a voluntary evacuation for several areas in northeast Harris County along the East Fork of the San Jacinto River.
Authorities monitoring for major flooding along E. Fork of San Jacinto River in NE Harris, SE Montgomery Counties
Read full article: Authorities monitoring for major flooding along E. Fork of San Jacinto River in NE Harris, SE Montgomery CountiesAuthorities with the Harris County Flood Control District are monitoring for the potential of major flooding along the East Fork of the San Jacinto River in northeast Harris and southeast Montgomery Counties.
‘Totally frustrating’: Channelview homeowners vexed as toxins remain San Jacinto River
Read full article: ‘Totally frustrating’: Channelview homeowners vexed as toxins remain San Jacinto RiverThe San Jacinto River flows through Channelview, and its currents bring in fish, ships, and, unfortunately, even toxins.
More than 60 campers evacuated from Cleveland RV park as waters from nearby San Jacinto River rise
Read full article: More than 60 campers evacuated from Cleveland RV park as waters from nearby San Jacinto River riseMore than 60 campers were evacuated from an RV park in Cleveland as waters from the nearby East Fork of the San Jacinto River began to rise.
Rising rivers 🌧️ Places which will need to be watched for flooding around the Houston area the next few days
Read full article: Rising rivers 🌧️ Places which will need to be watched for flooding around the Houston area the next few daysThere are several areas along some major rivers that will need to be watched even once the rain is over.
Suspected drunken driver arrested after fleeing crash, driving truck into San Jacinto River in east Harris County
Read full article: Suspected drunken driver arrested after fleeing crash, driving truck into San Jacinto River in east Harris CountyA suspected drunken driver was arrested on Sunday after they allegedly fled from the scene of a crash and drove their pickup truck into the San Jacinto River in east Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Missing swimmer’s body recovered after going missing in San Jacinto River
Read full article: Missing swimmer’s body recovered after going missing in San Jacinto RiverAccording to Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez, the possibly 50-year-old man was last seen swimming at Magnolia Garden. It was said the man swam to a small island, then was seen swimming to the other side of the San Jacinto River.
‘The river is unpredictable’: Bodies recovered of 2 children who drowned in San Jacinto River in Crosby area
Read full article: ‘The river is unpredictable’: Bodies recovered of 2 children who drowned in San Jacinto River in Crosby areaTwo bodies were recovered overnight Saturday after a pair of children went underwater and did not resurface in northeast Harris County, according to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Good Samaritan who tried to save woman drowns in San Jacinto River near Crosby
Read full article: Good Samaritan who tried to save woman drowns in San Jacinto River near CrosbyA man drowned in the San Jacinto River while he attempted to rescue a woman who was swimming late Sunday night, deputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office said.
First responders awarded after saving suspect who landed neck-deep in water during pursuit in San Jacinto River
Read full article: First responders awarded after saving suspect who landed neck-deep in water during pursuit in San Jacinto RiverA suspect was saved from a potentially deadly situation when the units sent out to arrest him ended up saving his life.
Search underway for missing swimmer who may have suffered hypothermia before not resurfacing in the San Jacinto River, HCSO says
Read full article: Search underway for missing swimmer who may have suffered hypothermia before not resurfacing in the San Jacinto River, HCSO saysOfficials are searching for a swimmer they say went underwater in the San Jacinto River and has not been seen since.
2 drownings reported within 24 hours at Magnolia Gardens Park on San Jacinto River, authorities say
Read full article: 2 drownings reported within 24 hours at Magnolia Gardens Park on San Jacinto River, authorities sayTwo families are grieving the loss of loved ones after a deadly weekend of drownings at Magnolia Gardens Park on the San Jacinto River.
Body believed to be missing 13-year-old last seen near San Jacinto River found, sheriff says
Read full article: Body believed to be missing 13-year-old last seen near San Jacinto River found, sheriff saysA teen’s body was found near the San Jacinto River after he was reported missing in Magnolia Gardens Park in northeast Harris County, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Teen rescued by firefighter after being swept away over 100 yards by current in San Jacinto River, Needham Fire Department says
Read full article: Teen rescued by firefighter after being swept away over 100 yards by current in San Jacinto River, Needham Fire Department saysOfficials say they have rescued a 17-year-old who was swept away by a current in the San Jacinto River on Sunday.
Body found in water possibly linked to missing man who fell off jet ski at San Jacinto River, Sheriff Gonzalez says
Read full article: Body found in water possibly linked to missing man who fell off jet ski at San Jacinto River, Sheriff Gonzalez saysThe Harris County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who fell off a jet ski into the San Jacinto River.
Search underway for teen swimmer who went missing in San Jacinto River
Read full article: Search underway for teen swimmer who went missing in San Jacinto RiverHOUSTON Crews are searching for a teenager who went missing Wednesday while swimming in the San Jacinto River. According to a tweet from Harris County deputies, the teenaged boy was reported missing this morning. Deputies are searching the river near the intersection of Guinn Avenue and Riverside Street. This story is developing.
Weekend roadwork: Here are the places to avoid so you don’t get tied up in traffic
Read full article: Weekend roadwork: Here are the places to avoid so you don’t get tied up in trafficHOUSTON – Between weekend freeway construction and the Chevron Houston Marathon, here are the four things to know before you hit the road this weekend:1. I-10 eastbound in ChannelviewI-10 eastbound will be shut down at the San Jacinto River, from Monmouth Street to the 330 Spur. The Crosby Freeway and the Fred Hartman Bridge will be your best alternate routes for crossing the San Jacinto River this weekend. Expect significant delays on the Katy Freeway (I-10) and the North Freeway (I-45) as you approach downtown this weekend. The Chevron Houston Marathon is this weekend, tooThe Chevron Houston Marathon happens on Sunday.