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Boil water advisories can be confusing. Here are some safety tips from experts
Read full article: Boil water advisories can be confusing. Here are some safety tips from expertsThe city of Asheville has restored running water to most of its users nearly a month after Hurricane Helene damaged infrastructure and killed more than 200 people around the region.
Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaint
Read full article: Lawmaker questions water quality safety measures at Harris County jail after whistleblower complaintSen. Paul Bettencourt is asking a judge to look into a whistleblower's complaints after learning only one out of four water tanks are being used because the other three have rusted over.
Boil water notice issued for city of La Porte due to extended outage in water main repair
Read full article: Boil water notice issued for city of La Porte due to extended outage in water main repairThe City of La Porte is under a boil water notice Thursday due to an extended outage related to a water main repair in their system.
Where to get food, water as thousands remain without power post-Beryl
Read full article: Where to get food, water as thousands remain without power post-BerylIt's been a challenging week for many Houston residents and businesses still grappling with power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. Families have lost refrigerated items, adding to the list of challenges. Fortunately, several food and water distribution sites are available across the city to help those in need.
‘I’ve never stolen anything in my life’: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocence
Read full article: ‘I’ve never stolen anything in my life’: Brother of ex-city worker charged in Houston contract scandal claims innocenceWe are hearing more from one of the main people charged in the city of Houston contract corruption scandal. KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis was in court today for the latest developments in the case was first brought to light because of the KPRC ‘DRAINED’ Investigation.
Untreated water tied to salmonella outbreak in cucumbers that sickened 450 people in US
Read full article: Untreated water tied to salmonella outbreak in cucumbers that sickened 450 people in USFederal health officials say a Florida cucumber grower that used untreated water is one likely source of salmonella food poisoning that sickened nearly 450 people this spring.
How a problem at Lake Livingston Dam could impact water for millions in Houston
Read full article: How a problem at Lake Livingston Dam could impact water for millions in HoustonA Lake Livingston Dam is now being watched for a “potential failure.” While the dam is more than 80 miles away from Houston, this could be a huge problem for millions of people.
SE Houston residents say trash, stagnant water and unfinished construction are creating years-long eyesore
Read full article: SE Houston residents say trash, stagnant water and unfinished construction are creating years-long eyesoreUnfinished construction, trash, debris, and stagnant drainage water are some of the issues plaguing a fairly new southeast side community that people who live there say would otherwise be beautiful.
Galveston residents may see discoloration in their water caused by ‘disruption to water line system’
Read full article: Galveston residents may see discoloration in their water caused by ‘disruption to water line system’The city of Galveston is giving residents a heads-up after some have reportedly experienced discoloration in their drinking water.
‘I screwed up’: Contractor charged in Houston water line repair scandal uncovered by KPRC 2′s DRAINED investigation
Read full article: ‘I screwed up’: Contractor charged in Houston water line repair scandal uncovered by KPRC 2′s DRAINED investigation💣 Shocking revelations have come to light about a corruption scandal involving waterline repair contracts in Houston. Investigative journalist Amy Davis with KPRC 2 Investigates has been at the forefront, uncovering the truth behind the shady deals that cost taxpayers millions of dollars.🔍 Several defendants have been charged with bribery, abuse of official capacity, and tampering with government documents. This case continues to unfold, and with ongoing investigations, more people may be implicated.
Several Houston apartment complexes have no water: Here’s what the city says is the problem
Read full article: Several Houston apartment complexes have no water: Here’s what the city says is the problemResidents of several Houston apartment complexes report they do not have water service since the storm hit last Thursday.
‘Our water is cleaner than your golf swing’🏌️🌊🤣 Galveston claps back at Charles Barkley after he dissed their beaches
Read full article: ‘Our water is cleaner than your golf swing’🏌️🌊🤣 Galveston claps back at Charles Barkley after he dissed their beachesDrake and Kendrick WHO!? This beef between Charles Barkley and the city of Galveston is the only beef we need to be talking about!
Prairie View residents still without water, sewerage nearly a year after KPRC 2 story on issue that yielded promises
Read full article: Prairie View residents still without water, sewerage nearly a year after KPRC 2 story on issue that yielded promisesKPRC 2's Deven Clarke went back to the Villa Capri community in Prairie View to hear from frustrated residents and a city official on what still needs to be done.
DRAINED: Here is how to tell if your Houston water meter has been upgraded
Read full article: DRAINED: Here is how to tell if your Houston water meter has been upgradedAt the root of Houston's water bill crisis are tens of thousands of meter reading devices that are no longer functioning. More are failing every day. While Houston Public Works plans to replace the remote read devices on all 500,000 water meters, it is a slow process. We asked for the records to find out where they have already installed approximately 85,000. The water department won't alert you before they replace yours, and you may not even notice a difference when they do. In this video, we show you how you can tell if you have an old remote read sensor or a new one.
‘Don’t make me fight to pay you’: Customer says city hasn’t charged him for water in more than 2 years
Read full article: ‘Don’t make me fight to pay you’: Customer says city hasn’t charged him for water in more than 2 yearsCable, electricity, gas.. if you want any of these things, you have to pay for them. But what if you used the service and never received a bill for them? Would you call the company to ask what you owe? How many times would you call? This is the same dilemma some Houston water customers are having. While many of you are feeling drained, stuck with exorbitant bills, we're hearing from other customers who say the city isn't charging them anything for water.
DRAINED Results: Denied help for high water bill? Try again right now
Read full article: DRAINED Results: Denied help for high water bill? Try again right nowKPRC 2 Investigates has exposed systemic meter reading and water billing issues at the city of Houston's water department for the past 2 years. Just this month, the water department used ordinance changes City Council approved in December to wipe out hundreds of high balances.
DRAINED:Water customers hopeful for resolution to erratic, high bills
Read full article: DRAINED:Water customers hopeful for resolution to erratic, high billsOn the eve of a new year and a new administration, Houston water customers are hopeful Mayor John Whitmire will help get to the bottom of surging, unexplained water bills.
DRAINED: Who is investigating questionable city contracts? What is the Office of the Inspector General?
Read full article: DRAINED: Who is investigating questionable city contracts? What is the Office of the Inspector General?When KPRC 2 Investigates first exposed the conflicts of interest to the City of Houston city leaders told us they referred the allegations to the Office of Inspector General to investigate. Now, six weeks later Investigative reporter Amy Davis is explaining what that office does and does not do.
Suspended water employee authorized $116k payment to her brother after city of Houston started investigation
Read full article: Suspended water employee authorized $116k payment to her brother after city of Houston started investigationFive weeks after KPRC 2 Investigates uncovered questionable connections between businesses awarded millions in waterline repair jobs and city of Houston employees, we're digging deeper to show you what city leaders have done with the information.
Have a water bill issue? ‘DRAINED’ water bill customers plan to speak to city leaders
Read full article: Have a water bill issue? ‘DRAINED’ water bill customers plan to speak to city leadersTo help with those water bill issues, we've set up a meet-up in front of City Hall to speak before the City Council on Tuesday at 2 p.m.
‘It’s been a constant struggle’: Sycamore Valley residents fed up after living without water for several days
Read full article: ‘It’s been a constant struggle’: Sycamore Valley residents fed up after living without water for several daysResidents living in the Sycamore Valley Subdivision near Charidges Court said the problem started early Saturday morning.
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?
Texas’ environmental agency enables companies to increase oilfield wastewater disposal in rivers
Read full article: Texas’ environmental agency enables companies to increase oilfield wastewater disposal in riversResearchers are still studying the chemical makeup of “produced water” from Permian Basin oil fields. But regulators say they’re ready to issue permits to discharge the water into rivers and creeks.
Fukushima residents worry nuclear plant's wastewater release in a few weeks will be another setback
Read full article: Fukushima residents worry nuclear plant's wastewater release in a few weeks will be another setbackWithin weeks, the tsunami-hit Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant is expected to start releasing treated radioactive wastewater into the sea, a highly contested plan facing fierce protests in and outside Japan.
‘I’m angry’: Smelly, brown water leaves residents in northwest Harris County neighborhood frustrated
Read full article: ‘I’m angry’: Smelly, brown water leaves residents in northwest Harris County neighborhood frustratedBrown, smelly and dirty; that’s how homeowners in the Silver Glen community described their water, which they said was only getting worse.
Turn around, don’t drown: High water reported on road near Kingwood after storms
Read full article: Turn around, don’t drown: High water reported on road near Kingwood after stormsIf you’re on the road today you will need to avoid making a U-turn on the frontage road on I-69 at San Jacinto due to high water.
‘DRAINED’: $15K water bill removed from single mom after KPRC 2 investigation
Read full article: ‘DRAINED’: $15K water bill removed from single mom after KPRC 2 investigationWhen Andrea Harclerode contacted KPRC 2 Investigates last February, she had already been asking the Houston water department to help straighten out her meter and billing issues since 2019. A bill for more than $15,000 was the last straw. Three months after KPRC 2 investigative reporter Amy Davis got involved, the city finally resolved the issue.
Sweeny City Council speaks after residents described discolored water in their homes as brown, murky
Read full article: Sweeny City Council speaks after residents described discolored water in their homes as brown, murkyResidents in Sweeny say they have been complaining about the discoloration and quality of their drinking water for months.
City of Sweeny working to improve water conditions after complaints from residents about discoloration
Read full article: City of Sweeny working to improve water conditions after complaints from residents about discolorationSweeny city manager Lindsay Koskiniemi said they have received 56 complaints about the water since January.
UN chief urges 'game-changing' commitments on clean water
Read full article: UN chief urges 'game-changing' commitments on clean waterThe United Nations chief is urging the first world conference on water in more than 45 years to address the “21st century emergency” that is wasting the world’s most important resource and has left billions of people without clean water and basic sanitation.
‘I’m very confused.’ Retired Houston couple stressed over $2,000 water bill
Read full article: ‘I’m very confused.’ Retired Houston couple stressed over $2,000 water billHundreds of Houston water customers who have paid their bills on time every month are getting slapped with enormous charges months later with no explanation. The KPRC 2 Investigates team is digging into the billing nightmares that are leaving customers “DRAINED.”
KPRC 2 investigates outdated water maps costing city of Houston millions
Read full article: KPRC 2 investigates outdated water maps costing city of Houston millionsWater leaks and pipe breaks is an expensive problem in Houston. In our ‘DRAINED’ KPRC 2 Investigation we've learned the reason it often takes so long to fix these issues is because the city of Houston has wrong and outdated water pipe maps.
More than 30 livestock living in water, soil contaminated with E. coli rescued in Fort Bend County
Read full article: More than 30 livestock living in water, soil contaminated with E. coli rescued in Fort Bend CountyMore than 30 livestock animals, including goats and cattle, were seized by rescuers from the Houston Humane Society at a Fort Bend County packing plant this week.
Black and Hispanic Texans say they don’t trust the quality of their water
Read full article: Black and Hispanic Texans say they don’t trust the quality of their waterA survey was commissioned by the nonprofit organization Texas Water Trade and included responses from households in both rural border communities and in urban areas across Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth.
‘It’s pretty bad’: Residents at northeast Houston apartment complex left without water for the holidays
Read full article: ‘It’s pretty bad’: Residents at northeast Houston apartment complex left without water for the holidaysResidents at Lakecrest Village Apartments in northeast Houston are frustrated after they say they spent the holiday weekend without running water.
Ask Amy: Can my landlord shut off my water before the freeze?
Read full article: Ask Amy: Can my landlord shut off my water before the freeze?Renters at one Sugar Land apartment complex asked Amy Davis if their landlord can legally shut off the water to the entire complex to avoid damage to their pipes when freezing temperatures hit overnight tonight.
‘It’s pretty gross’: Magnolia residents say they’ve been dealing with ongoing water issues for months
Read full article: ‘It’s pretty gross’: Magnolia residents say they’ve been dealing with ongoing water issues for monthsResidents in one Magnolia community are fed up with their ongoing water issues.
Testing planned at Harris County MUD No. 70 after potentially high levels of lead found in drinking water
Read full article: Testing planned at Harris County MUD No. 70 after potentially high levels of lead found in drinking waterResidents who live within Harris County Municipal District No. 70 should use caution when using their water after officials said recent testing indicated potentially high levels of lead.
Go under the blue and white tent for a look at the unique Cirque Italia traveling water circus
Read full article: Go under the blue and white tent for a look at the unique Cirque Italia traveling water circusWe’re getting a sneak peek inside the traveling water show coming to Katy with 35-thousand gallons of H20.
Bottled water limits: This is what you need to know about buying water as boil water notice continues across Houston
Read full article: Bottled water limits: This is what you need to know about buying water as boil water notice continues across HoustonMany grocery chains are limiting bottled water purchases as the boil water notice continues across the Houston.
Boil Water Notice issued for parts Fort Bend County, Houston Public Works says
Read full article: Boil Water Notice issued for parts Fort Bend County, Houston Public Works saysA Boil Water Notice was issued by the City of Houston Public Works Department Sunday that includes a portion of Fort Bend County, according to a news release.
Boil water notice issued for the entire City of Houston after water pressure dropped due to power outage; City of Bellaire has since rescinded order
Read full article: Boil water notice issued for the entire City of Houston after water pressure dropped due to power outage; City of Bellaire has since rescinded orderThe entire city of Houston has been placed under a boil water notice, effective immediately, city officials announced Sunday.
Levels ‘slightly above industry standards’ of Legionella bacterium found in water supply in Ben Taub Hospital, officials say
Read full article: Levels ‘slightly above industry standards’ of Legionella bacterium found in water supply in Ben Taub Hospital, officials sayThree areas with levels slightly above industry standards of Legionella bacterium were found in the Neuro-Psychiatric Center on the Ben Taub Hospital campus, according to Harris Health System.
Hug a tree, or at least water it!
Read full article: Hug a tree, or at least water it!The devastating 2011 drought left 301million trees dead across Texas and while a drought can certainly increase tree problems of insects and disease, the real bottom line is that trees need water. And right now, most of them aren’t getting enough. Water allows trees to transport nutrients from their roots to their leaves. Almost all of the water moving through a tree is used to keep stomata open, which are the pores that let in carbon dioxide, allowing a tree to carry out photosynthesis. Without water, known as hydraulic failure, trees have to depend on stored sugars and starches and they’ll run out if the drought continues long enough. There are other reasons trees die during drought, according to this study by the National Science Foundation, but lack of water leads the list.
City of Houston enters Stage 1 of drought contingency plan for water conservation measures
Read full article: City of Houston enters Stage 1 of drought contingency plan for water conservation measuresThe city of Houston has announced that it has entered Stage One of its drought contingency plan as of Tuesday.
Residents improvise as Texas city rushes to turn water on
Read full article: Residents improvise as Texas city rushes to turn water onResidents of the West Texas city of Odessa have been improvising emergency water supplies after a water system outage left them high and dry for days amid scorching heat, even as utility crews scrambled to restore normal service.
Rosenberg water might smell, taste differently in the coming weeks; Here’s why, authorities say
Read full article: Rosenberg water might smell, taste differently in the coming weeks; Here’s why, authorities sayThe City of Rosenberg said its water system will temporarily convert the disinfectant used in the water distribution system from chloramine to free chlorine. The conversion will begin on June 6, and continue through June 26.
Sugar Land water might smell, taste differently in the coming weeks; Here’s why, authorities say
Read full article: Sugar Land water might smell, taste differently in the coming weeks; Here’s why, authorities saySugar Land water might smell and taste a bit different starting on March 1, authorities announced Tuesday.
KPRC 2 Investigates: Here’s how much more you can expect to pay for winter bills
Read full article: KPRC 2 Investigates: Here’s how much more you can expect to pay for winter billsAt a time when it seems like just about everything is more expensive, we want to warn you about potential sticker shock when it comes to your bills. You’ll probably be paying more for several of your utility bills this winter. Our KPRC 2 Investigates team is here with what you need to know to prepare.
Weeks-long water leak finally slated for repair following KPRC 2 investigation
Read full article: Weeks-long water leak finally slated for repair following KPRC 2 investigationFor at least three weeks, and possibly longer, water, mostly likely tens of thousands of gallons, has been pouring out of a broken 12″ water main along Woodway Drive, near Winrock.
These photos tell you everything you need to know about California’s drought
Read full article: These photos tell you everything you need to know about California’s droughtJust this week, a major Southern California water agency declared a water supply alert for the first time in seven years, and is asking residents to voluntarily conserve. Many of the state’s counties are already under a state of drought emergency.
What exactly was Mark Zuckerberg riding in that viral Fourth of July video?
Read full article: What exactly was Mark Zuckerberg riding in that viral Fourth of July video?If you’ve been scrolling around on social media this month, then you may have noticed that over the Fourth of July weekend, Facebook creator Mark Zuckerberg was riding on some sort of wakeboard on a lake with an American flag in tow.
House passes new amendment which will limit the amount of Chromium-6 in drinking water
Read full article: House passes new amendment which will limit the amount of Chromium-6 in drinking waterFor years, KPRC 2 Investigates has relentlessly reported on the safety of local drinking water and a toxic, cancer-causing chemical in our water supply.
Houston water, wastewater proposed increase: This is what Mayor Sylvester Turner wants you to know
Read full article: Houston water, wastewater proposed increase: This is what Mayor Sylvester Turner wants you to knowHouston Mayor Sylvester Turner’s Office sent out a news release with a letter about the proposed City of Houston water and wastewater rate increase.
Despite 20% of generators failing during Winter Storm Uri, city officials proclaim ‘infrastructure performed well’
Read full article: Despite 20% of generators failing during Winter Storm Uri, city officials proclaim ‘infrastructure performed well’Natural disasters, whether it’s a vicious hurricane or a crippling winter storm, they force municipalities and agencies into management mode. While managing the unpredictable is challenging, the approach is straightforward.
What you should do if you get a big water bill as a result of the freeze
Read full article: What you should do if you get a big water bill as a result of the freezeHOUSTON – Water leaks from broken pipes during the state’s big freeze caused big bills for thousands of City of Houston customers. If you have already received a big bill for water usage during the time of the freeze, Houston Public Works Department says you should pay on the due date, but don’t pay the abnormally high amount. You should pay the amount on your previous water bill that was more in line with your normal usage. When you receive your April bill, Houston Public Works says you will notice an adjustment. Public Works says its software will flag accounts with abnormally high usage over the week of the big freeze.
A quarter of all Houston Water customers had a leak during the winter storm, city says
Read full article: A quarter of all Houston Water customers had a leak during the winter storm, city says(AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)HOUSTON – An estimated 25% of all Houston Water customers experienced a leak on their property during the winter storm, the city said Tuesday. The statistic is based on Houston Public Works’ data from water meter readings. Of Houston’s single-family residential customers, an estimated 50,000 had no flow or constant flow, indicating a leak on the property, the city said in a news release. The city said Houston Public Works received more than 11,000 calls for help with water service the weeks during and after the event. If you are still without water service, you’re advised to call 311.
LIST: Food and water distribution sites in the Houston area
Read full article: LIST: Food and water distribution sites in the Houston areaHOUSTON – Many local businesses and organizations have opened food and water distribution sites in the Houston area in the wake of the recent winter storms. Various distribution sites pop up daily, so please keep checking this list if you’re in need. Houston Community College-North Forest CampusTexas State Representative Senfronia Thompson, NACC Disaster Services, Teamsters Union, Houston Community College (HCC)- North Forest campus, HCC Trustee Rhonda Skillern-Jones, Peoples United Summit, and other volunteer groups host water and food distribution in northeast Houston. The organizers will provide food and water for about 1,000 vehicles. Pet owners will receive free pet food, supplies, and information on additional resources such as the Houston Humane Society’s free spay/neuter program.
Here are winter storm relief resources for Sugar Land residents
Read full article: Here are winter storm relief resources for Sugar Land residentsSUGAR LAND, Texas – The Sugar Land City Council recently approved steps to help residents impacted by last week’s winter storm. “Residents of Sugar Land have endured conditions no one should have to experience during the past week,” said Sugar Land Mayor Joe Zimmerman in a release. AdCalculations for 2021 winter averages will be based on last year’s average to ensure excessive water usage related to the recent winter storm doesn’t create higher than normal winter averages, according to the city. AdThis will include the following items through May 1:Permit fees for repairs needed as a result of the winter storm will be temporarily waived. Contractors registering with the city to perform repairs related to the winter storm will have their annual registration fee waived.
Disinfectants blamed for reports of smelly water in Houston
Read full article: Disinfectants blamed for reports of smelly water in HoustonHOUSTON – A higher concentration of normal disinfectants in Houston’s water system is causing an odor that has some people concerned, according to officials. According to Houston Public Works, a blend of chlorine and ammonia, called chloramine, are used to clean surface water. Where these two water sources carrying these disinfectants combine is causing the stink. RELATED READ: Complaints of strange-smelling water across Houston area after boil water notice lifted“This is a harmless odor that we try to avoid in our water system, but right now Houston Water is disinfecting the drinking water at higher concentrations in response to last week’s water emergency,” Carol Haddock, director of Houston Public Works. AdOfficials said the disinfectants are being reduced to normal concentrations, which should reduce the smell in two to three days.
Lights may be on, but the suffering isn’t over
Read full article: Lights may be on, but the suffering isn’t overHOUSTON – Texas Senate and House hearings are only the beginning of the investigations into our state’s power grid failures during a blistering winter storm. Ten days after the winter storm blanketed Texas, Anderson still has no water in her Yorkdale neighborhood home in Northwest Houston. Like millions of Texans, Anderson lost power as temperatures dropped, pipes in the ceiling froze and then cracked. Hearings in the House and Senate will start the work to get those answers. We should have taken action then, what prevented that from happening, why did we not take the action?”
Thousands flock to food, water giveaways across Houston area
Read full article: Thousands flock to food, water giveaways across Houston areaRICHMOND, Texas – Thousands showed up to community food and water giveaways in Rosenberg, Richmond and Missouri City Wednesday. Some waited for hours to make sure they would get some food and water. The need for food and water still so great for many Houston area families. They depend on these food giveaways and say this is saving lives. Boys and Girls Club will also host several more giveaways this week.
Houston distributes thousands of cases of water after pipes freeze in week’s severe winter storm
Read full article: Houston distributes thousands of cases of water after pipes freeze in week’s severe winter stormHOUSTON – The City of Houston handed out thousands of cases of water to Houstonians Friday. “We’ve lost gas, water, lights, food, but we don’t lose hope,” said Percy McGee. He and hundreds of others waited outside Delmar Stadium, where the city started distributing thousands of cases of bottled water. RELATED STORY: LIST: Food and water distribution sites in the Houston area“No water, electric, just have to make that big sacrifice. Also, the city planned to deliver bottled water to disable people who cannot make it to one of them.
Houstonians rush to grocery stores in search of bottled water but find mostly empty shelves
Read full article: Houstonians rush to grocery stores in search of bottled water but find mostly empty shelvesFolks all across the Houston area in search of food and water started lining up outside of grocery stores at about 7 a.m. Thursday. Most stores were out of bottled water in a matter of minutes leaving shoppers like Adrienne Parker no choice but to continue searching. Others told KPRC 2 they will find ways to collect water and boil it as part of the city’s boiling water notice. We are also working closely with hospitals and food banks, along with city representatives to ensure that essential organizations have access to bottled water. We are thankful that almost all of our Kroger stores across Greater Houston are now back up and operational, and we look forward to serving our communities.
Mayor Turner, city officials provide update on city’s water system
Read full article: Mayor Turner, city officials provide update on city’s water systemMayor Turner provided an update on the city’s water system and an announcement on bottled water distribution at an 11 a.m. news briefing Thursday. Houston residents Wednesday were warned to boil their water -- if they had the power to do so-- after water pressure plummeted throughout the Houston-area. A combination of bursting pipes and equipment failures at water distribution facilities during the freezing weather caused the water pressure to fall, said Carol Haddock, director of public works. In a news briefing Wednesday, city officials said water pressure would improve throughout the day and expected pressure levels to stabilize and return to an operational range before the end of the day on Thursday. After water pressure returns to normal levels, a 24-hour observation period on water samples must occur before the boil water notice can be lifted.
VIDEO: Stunning footage from inside area home shows the extent of water damage
Read full article: VIDEO: Stunning footage from inside area home shows the extent of water damageHOUSTON – A video from northeast Harris County shows the mess a broken waterline from frozen pipes can bring. Video of the home -- said to be on Highway 90 at Sheldon Road – shows water falling on sodden insulation and sheetrock strewn over furniture in what looks to be a living room. Watch the video in the player above. Have you experienced similar damage in the severe weather? Let us know.
This is why you should stop your dripping faucet right now, officials say
Read full article: This is why you should stop your dripping faucet right now, officials sayHOUSTON – Local officials are asking people to stop their dripping faucets -- a measure aimed at avoiding a pipe freeze -- now in the wake of severe weather. Temperatures are no longer at levels that will result in pipes freezing...stop dripping water faucets. Pressure on several water systems is dangerously low due to broken pipes and power outages. Conserve as much water as possible #houwx #txwx #hounews — Jeff Lindner (@JeffLindner1) February 17, 2021It’s a similar message from officials across the area. The pipe freeze possibility, they say, is over for now.
Boil water notice: This is what people are saying as water service issues persist across Texas
Read full article: Boil water notice: This is what people are saying as water service issues persist across TexasHOUSTON – Some cities have issued boil water notices and others have had to shut off water service across the Houston area. For some people, this is in addition to power outages, leaving many with lots to say on social media. Here are some of the things people are saying on social media about the ongoing situation. a being able to complete basic hygienic activities without the use of water. #texaswinterstorm #TexasWeather #boilwater pic.twitter.com/jZEIiq22VC — haydenj (@haydenj1228) February 17, 2021#Texas #BoilWater noticeHopefully the power will be on so you can have safe water to drink.#WaterIsLife https://t.co/3ff4ZuZPTy — JenniferC (@JenniferCWA) February 17, 2021
Turner says maintaining water pressure in Houston ‘becoming increasingly difficult’
Read full article: Turner says maintaining water pressure in Houston ‘becoming increasingly difficult’HOUSTON – The water system in Houston on Tuesday is operating in emergency mode and officials are urging people to use water sparingly. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner said in a tweet that “it is becoming increasingly difficult” to maintain water pressure. The City is working very hard to maintain water pressure but it is becoming increasingly difficult. There are 2 requests: please do not run water to prevent pipes from freezing and turn off water if pipes have burst. The Houston Public Works Department said in a tweet that people should only use water for “health & safety reasons.”Houston’s water & wastewater systems are operating at emergency pressure levels and experiencing system-wide low water pressure.
Cirque Italia, the first-ever traveling Italian water circus, stops in Katy this weekend
Read full article: Cirque Italia, the first-ever traveling Italian water circus, stops in Katy this weekendHOUSTON – Check out ‘Cirque Italia’ the first-ever traveling Italian water circus that will be performing their first shows of the brand-new 2021 tour! This is an innovative and unique production, (the only one of its kind in the country), and this weekend they are stopping under the blue and white swirly tent right near Katy Mills Mall. The story begins with our Ringmaster “Clown Rafinha” fishing when he unexpectedly catches a bottle with a treasure map stuffed inside. His journey takes the audience through the high seas, dreams of angelic aerialists, pirate fights, and more. You will see swashbucklers balancing upside down on a rum barrel, juggling knives, and even one having a run-in with a mermaid.
Boil water order issued for part of Baytown
Read full article: Boil water order issued for part of BaytownA boiling pot of water is seen in this undated file image. BAYTOWN, Texas – A water main break Tuesday has prompted a boil water order to be issued for parts of Baytown. Officials said the order is for residents and businesses located along the Interstate 10 corridor from Spur 330 to Garth Road. Water provided by the City of Baytown Public Water System should be boiled for two minutes and cooled before it is used for drinking or other consumption, officials said. Repairs to the broken water main are underway, officials said.
Testing local drinking water for brain-eating amoeba
Read full article: Testing local drinking water for brain-eating amoebaLAKE JACKSON, Texas – In September, news broke that a brain-eating amoeba was responsible for the death of a 6-year-old Lake Jackson boy. RELATED: Lake Jackson residents in need of safe water as brain eating amoeba contaminates water supplyMcIntyre died September 8, just days after his trip to a Lake Jackson splash pad. According to health officials, a parasite, called naegleria fowleri, otherwise known as the brain-eating amoeba was in the water. Cities testing for brain-eating amoebaKPRC 2 Investigates has learned some other cities are now testing their water for this same amoeba, but many are not. Most districts not testing water for amoebaWe contacted 80 municipalities and cities in Harris, Montgomery, Fort Bend, Brazoria and Waller counties.
UPDATE: Boil water notice lifted for these neighborhoods in the Lake Livingston area
Read full article: UPDATE: Boil water notice lifted for these neighborhoods in the Lake Livingston areaHOUSTON – Authorities have lifted a boil water notice for the following subdivisions in the Lake Livingston area: Natasha Heights, Lakeland Hideaway, Cherokee Forest, and Green Acres. The Lake Livingston Water Supply Corporation’s general manager Kim Click told KPRC 2 the notice has been lifted Wednesday afternoon. The water authority had issued a statement that said the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality cited low chlorine in its systems, which prompted the boil water notice. All customers are asked to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face/brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions, according to the memo.
MAPPED: More than 100K gallons of wastewater spilled in 5 locations in Houston due to TS Beta, officials say
Read full article: MAPPED: More than 100K gallons of wastewater spilled in 5 locations in Houston due to TS Beta, officials sayHOUSTON – Houston officials say more than 100,000 gallons of domestic wastewater have been spilled in five locations in Houston as of 6:30 p.m. Tuesday due to the “intense, sustained, rainfall of greater than 10 inches in the last 24 hours,” during Tropical Storm Beta. LIVE BLOG: Read the latest updates from the developing Tropical Depression Beta hereOfficials with Houston Public Works and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality are monitoring the situation. At present, officials say if you receive your water from the city of Houston, you do not need to boil your drinking water. Here’s a map of where the spills occurred:The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality requires the city to provide residents with the following information in event of a wastewater spill: