Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the stormโs impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2
From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - hereโs how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.
Construction on Fort Bend County roads is โdefinitely a worryโ if we need to evacuate for hurricane
Hurricane Rita may not have made landfall directly in the Houston area, but she still left a legacy that Houstonians will never forget.
This Houston company is here to ride it out with you when disaster strikes
Summer is winding down, but unfortunately, Houston's hurricane season is not over yet. We had a rough start, and while we watch Tropical Storm Francine build off the coast, it is a timely reminder of how important it is to be prepared. Frontier Services is a local company that knows all too well what it takes to clean up the mess left after a hurricane, and they see how you can best prepare. Houston Life reporter Melanie Camp took us on a tour of their facility to learn more about how they are helping Houstonians in times of need.
How to prepare for soon-to-be Tropical Storm Francine in Houston
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.
Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the stormโs impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2
From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - hereโs how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.
7 years since Hurricane Harvey made landfall near Port Aransas and brought catastrophic flooding to SE Texas
Seven years ago to the day, Hurricane Harvey made landfall along the Middle Texas Coast near Port Aransas, unleashing devastating winds to parts of the state and catastrophic flooding to other parts, including the Houston area.
Hurricane, fire, or floodโฆHere is how to prepare for the next disaster in Houston
It has been nearly 6 weeks since Hurricane Beryl and many Houstonians are still cleaning up the mess. Local business frontier services have been on the frontline helping people after disaster strikes.
Waiting for FEMA check? Hereโs how to get help
Weโve heard from many of you who are still waiting for your FEMA checks after Hurricane Beryl left behind damage in our area. FEMA first said it would take up to 10 days for someone to get their funds but many say they are still waiting.
Harris County Flood Control District report summarizes Berylโs impact across the county
The Harris County Flood Control District has released a report summarizing the impact of Hurricane Beryl across the area.
The fifth named storm of hurricane season develops this week
A tropical wave continues to organize in the eastern Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center is calling it Potential Tropical Cyclone 5, which is a fancy way of saying it has the potential to develop into our next named storm, โErnesto.โ
Artificial intelligence and โdeepfakesโ could spread life threatening misinformation in emergencies
When a hurricane is eyeing up the Texas Gulf Coast, we all want to know the most up-to-date information every single minute.
What to know about free vehicle towing in severe weather and flooding situations
With our proximity to the Gulf and the rivers, lakes and bayous across our region, one of the most critical things that can affect people in the Houston-Galveston area is the rate at which flooding can become a problem.
CenterPoint Energy to release new, improved online outage tracker by Aug. 1
After the energy giant faced scrutiny for getting rid of its online outage tracker, CenterPoint Energy says it'll be unveiling a new, online and cloud-based outage tracker as it works to improve communication with customers.
Need to restock your fridge? Kroger, H-E-B offering discounts to Texans recovering from Beryl
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Kroger and H-E-B are stepping up to help Texans restock their fridges. Kroger is offering $10 off a $100 purchase through July 23 with their Kroger Plus Card. Meanwhile, H-E-B is providing a 10% discount on all frozen food items, including ice, until July 21 at select locations.
Be aware of scammers post-Hurricane Beryl. Hereโs what you need to know
Hurricane Beryl has left a trail of devastation in Houston, with thousands still without power and widespread damage. As the community begins to rebuild, officials warn of rising scams targeting vulnerable residents. Tips from the Texas Department of Insurance and FEMA can help you avoid falling victim to fraud. #HurricaneBeryl #HoustonStrong #DisasterRecovery
Mayor Whitmire extends disaster declaration after Hurricane Berylโs devastation
In response to the wreckage left by Hurricane Beryl, Houston Mayor John Whitmire has successfully extended the city's local disaster declaration. With unanimous approval from the city council, this move secures vital state and federal resources for recovery. The hurricane caused significant damage, including downed trees, debris, and prolonged power outages. Affected residents can look forward to updates from CenterPoint and a crucial meeting with the Public Utility Commission of Texas on July 25.
Food spoiled because of the power outage? Hereโs how to get rid of the smell in your fridge ๐คข
If youโre one of the millions of Houston residents who had their food spoiled because of the power outages, you might be trying to get rid of the dead animal smell in your fridge. Here are some tips on how you can do so. What tricks have you tried to get rid of the smell?
Need to stock up for the rest of Houstonโs hurricane season? Here are 4 ways to save on Amazon Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day is July 16 and 17th. KPRC 2's Bill Spencer has four things you can do right now to save and how you might be able to get the sale prices without being a prime member.
โPeople falling through the cracksโ: Katy residents left without power again after CenterPoint repair efforts fail
After Hurricane Beryl, Franklin Allaire and his neighbors in Williamsburg Settlement initially had their power restored, only for it to fail again due to a blown transformer.
โDo not take out your anger on themโ: Local officials condemn threats towards CenterPoint workers
Several city and state officials spoke up recently to address an issue they say is becoming a larger pattern: CenterPoint workers being attacked or threatened while working to restore power to the Houston area.
Ask Amy: Can I get money back for internet services that are not working right now?
As power is restored to homes and businesses across our area many of you say you still donโt have internet. AT&T and Comcast Xfinity customer service are difficult to reach and when you do get a human on the phone, they donโt have any answers. Investigative reporter Amy Davis is answering your questions about whatโs causing internet outages and what you can do about them.
โWeโre good,โ Dan Patrick says Harris County Judge denied help requests ahead of Hurricane Beryl
In a fiery message, Patrick said he reached out to Hidalgo several times ahead of Hurricane Beryl making landfall, where in the final message he alleges she said simply, โWeโre good.โ
WATCH: Natureโs beauty returns to Matagorda 24 hours after Hurricane Beryl wreaks havoc
Just 24 hours after Hurricane Beryl delivered a wallop to Matagorda Beach, nature has returned like nothing ever happened.
โUnprecedentedโ outages: CenterPoint executive promises youโll get estimated times for power restoration Thursday
More than a million customers are still without power in the Houston metro area after Hurricane Berylโs destructive wind knocked out power. Starting Thursday, CenterPoint will give customers estimated restoration times.
PHOTOS: Hurricane Beryl left devastating impact on southeast Texas and the Greater Houston area
Hurricane Beryl's devastation in southeast Texas and Greater Houston has left communities in shock. The impact is severe, with widespread damage. Stay informed and support relief efforts. #HurricaneBeryl #HoustonStrong #TexasRecovery
Strong winds knock down Buc-eeโs sign in Freeport as Hurricane Beryl moves through Texas coast
Hurricane Beryl made landfall at 4 a.m., unleashing strong winds and heavy rain across Matagorda County, Freeport, and surrounding areas. KPRC 2โs ReโChelle Turner reports from a Buc-eeโs gas station in Freeport, where the storm's force tore off the station's sign. Meteorologist Caroline Brown warns that the worst is far from over, with storm surges, downpours, and tropical tornadoes still a threat. Residents in Houston, Sugarland, The Woodlands, Liberty, and Katy should brace for winds up to 73 mph and potential widespread power outages. Stay safe and stay informed with KPRC 2โs live updates.
How reporters, photographers plan ahead to stay safe while covering hurricanes
As Hurricane Beryl approaches the Texas Coast, communities are preparing for its powerful winds and heavy rains. With expected landfall near Matagorda around 2 a.m. Monday, areas like Galveston, Houston, and Katy will experience significant impact. Our reporter Gage Goulding is on the ground, ensuring you get the latest updates despite the challenging conditions. Stay safe and stay informed.
Running out of time and supplies. Beryl making final approach to Texas Gulf Coast
Sunday is the final day to make any preparations ahead of what is forecast to be a third and final landfall from Hurricane Beryl along the Texas Gulf Coast.
Tracking Beryl: Stay ahead of the stormโs impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2
From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - hereโs how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.
More than 2 million CenterPoint customers have no electricity | Hereโs how you can still watch KPRC 2 News
CenterPoint Energy is preparing for Berylโs impacts as it heads for the Texas coast.
Campers haul RVs out, residents board up ahead of Beryl in South Texas
As Tropical Storm Beryl inches closer to the Texas Gulf Coast, many arenโt willing to roll the dice when it comes to what kind of wind and storm surge the tropical system will bring.
LIVE UPDATES: Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Matagorda County as Category 1 Hurricane
Tropical Storm Beryl is forecast to re-intensify to hurricane status before making a final landfall along the Texas Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Beryl now a Category 4, first major hurricane of the Atlantic Season
The National Hurricane Center has named Tropical Depression Two in the Eastern Atlantic (about 1400 miles E-SE of the Windward Islands). Right now winds are sustained at 35mph. The storm is moving to the west at 17mph.
TRACKING THE TROPICS: Wave in the Atlantic headed toward the Caribbean could become first hurricane of the year
There is some activity in the tropics that needs to be mentioned, including a wave which could become the first hurricane of the year in the Atlantic.
Round 2? New tropical system could form this weekend in same area Alberto did
With one system gone, our eyes now turn to potentially another system that could develop in the same area Alberto did this week.
โWeโre going to lose these homes:โ TS Albertoโs storm surge eats away at Bolivar Peninsula sand dunes
The Houston area dodged the worst of Tropical Storm Alberto, but that doesnโt mean we got away without a scratch.
South Texas coast dodges direct hit from Tropical Storm Alberto, using the opportunity to prepare
The first tropical system of the year is missing the United States, but that doesnโt mean weโre not feeling the impacts.
Introducing Houstonโs new Storm Tracker 2 weather app from KPRC: Now available for Android
KPRC 2 is thrilled to unveil the revamped Storm Tracker 2 weather app, your ultimate sidekick in the battle against unpredictable weather. Packed with cutting-edge features, this app will help you dodge downpours, outsmart heatwaves, and avoid unexpected snow days (not that we get many of those in Houston).
Tropical storm Alberto forms, expected to produce rainfall 5-10 inches total across northeast Mexico into South Texas
The National Hurricane Center has begun issuing advisories on an area of low pressure, designated Potential Tropical Cyclone 1, which is currently located in the Bay of Campeche.
How to prepare your home for hurricane season with tips from CenterPoint Energy
Logan Anderson of CenterPoint Energy advises preparing for flooding and outages by creating a hurricane emergency plan, involving children in building a hurricane kit, and safely using generators.
Donโt look now, but thereโs trouble in the tropics: Hereโs what it means for the Houston area
As we head into mid-June, the Caribbean is waking up - which could mean tropical tropical for the Houston area this week.
Texas named one of the worst states for disaster preparedness | Letโs fix that
Youโd think a state like Texas, which has been hard-hit by natural disasters would be more than prepared to take on what comes its way, but a recent survey suggests otherwise. So let's fix that with helpful reminders from KPRC 2.
ONE ON ONE: CenterPoint Energy addresses May derecho, outage map failure and rebuilding resilient
Nearly a month after storms knocked out power for millions of people across Houston, top executives at CenterPoint Energy are answering your questions for the first time.
โLetโs take care of Texas,โ Texansโ Will Anderson Jr. teams up with USAA, Coast Guard to prep for hurricane season
Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. partners with USAA, Coast to prepare for hurricane season
Every hurricane is different. How would Houston handle a storm like Hurricane Ian?
Hurricane Ian was a dramatically different storm than Hurricane Harvey, which flooded much of southeast Texas. Itโs why KPRC2โฒs Gage Goulding paid a visit to where Ian made landfall to help us better weather a storm.
Flood-ravaged community in Conroe braces for hurricane season in wake of recent storms
Living under the constant threat of rising waters has taken itโs toll both emotionally and financially for families in Conroeโs River Plantation community. With Hurricane season just beginning, many in this neighborhood are deciding whether itโs worth staying here after suffering so much loss.
Emergency prep kit for a hurricane: Dollar store vs. grocery store cost comparisons
Discover the cost-effective way to prepare for a hurricane with this insightful comparison between dollar stores and grocery stores.
Private or FEMA Flood Insurance: How to know which is best for your property
If you don't already have flood insurance, you should consider it. We have seen the devastation flooding can cause. In this article, investigative reporter Amy Davis is answering your questions about private flood insurance versus FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program.
Frank Billingsley shares the memory he holds dearest from his 42-year broadcasting career
While Frank Billingsleyโs forecasts during floods and hurricanes are what many of us will remember when he retires next month, he says the memory that impacted him the most is tied to a tornado in 1992.
What to do if youโre trapped in floodwater as storms continue impacting the Houston area
โRushing water is an indiscriminate killer. It will take whatever it wants with it, it will take your life if it can,โ says one expert.
National Hurricane Center monitoring region in central Atlantic
On Wednesday afternoon the National Hurricane Center began watching a disturbance in the east-central Atlantic. There is only a LOW chance for development, and more than likely it will dissipate in the near future.
Ukraine claims responsibility for killing a Russia-backed official in Luhansk by a car bomb
Ukraineโs intelligence agency has claimed responsibility for a car bombing that killed a member of the Russia-backed authority in the illegally annexed Luhansk region.
Three British nationals missing after boat caught fire in Red Sea are dead, tour operator says
A U.K.-based tour operator says three British nationals who went missing after a scuba diving boat they were cruising in caught fire in the Red Sea off the Egyptian coast have died.
One early hurricane forecast
Very few seasonal hurricane forecasts come out before April simply because the skill level is not there. About all you can go on now is water temperature and, sometimes, the forecast for La Nina/El Nino. Saying that, a group out of England called Tropical Storm Risk issued their first 2023 Hurricane forecast last December (!) and below youโll see they are calling for a fairly average season citing stronger trade winds last summer and noting that historically a year that follows three La Nina seasons usually comes in about average.
Astroworld: Countdown to Tragedy โ Preventing another festival disaster
โSo going into this everybody knew it was going to be a problem, the department ramped up like it was a Super Bowl or a Hurricane,โ said Mark Lentini, a now-retired Houston police officer who says the festival ended his career.โLong before the disaster struck any crowd expert or person involved in crowds responsible for crowds knew there were storm clouds over that festival,โ said Paul Wertheimer, a crowd safety expert with decades of experience studying crowd surge and other safety issues.On Wednesday, Nov. 2, KPRC 2 Investigates examines the safety and prevention measures that could prevent mass casualty disasters, including crowd design, emergency medicine planning, and the need for a unified command.
Community leaders raise money to preserve historic home in Freedmenโs Town
The Allies of Freedmenโs Town and Freedmenโs Town Conservancy are raising money to renovate and preserve one of the last remaining historic homes in the area.
Show us photos from when you vacationed on Floridaโs Gulf Coast
Hurricane Ian is currently hitting the Gulf Coast of Florida after strengthening to a Category 4 storm before making landfall, possibly near Port Charlotte.
What dictates a hurricaneโs strength?
There are many ways to categorize a hurricane. The stormโs central pressure is one way. The height of its storm surge is another. How much rain it drops is another. And, of course, the strength of its wind is another. But what causes a hurricane to strengthen or weaken? The answer is simple enough, but multifaceted.
Storm Surge: What is it? And what types of hurricanes create the most devastating and deadly surge?
When a hurricane threatens the United States, a lot of attention is focused on the path and the wind speed. Storm surge can be just as important to monitor, because it can quickly cause extreme destruction and death.