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Body found floating in W. Houston reservoir

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A body has been found floating face-down in a reservoir in western Houston.

Disaster recovery, hurricane preparedness at center of Harris County authorities’ presentation

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Harris County Commissioners will gather to lead a presentation on the Texas General Land Office’s long-term recovery efforts, hurricane preparedness and how Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) can work with the State of Texas following major disasters.

Federal judge awards compensation for Hurricane Harvey victims upstream from Addicks, Barker dams

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The Barker and Addicks dams were designed by the Army Corps of Engineers to protect properties downstream, but during Hurricane Harvey, property owners upstream said the dams caused them to take a hit. A federal judge agreed and said they’re entitled to compensation.

Catalytic converter thefts on the rise at Park and Ride in west Houston

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People in the Addicks area said a local Park and Ride has become a hot spot for catalytic converter thefts.

Ask 2: How did the Addicks Reservoir get its name?

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At KPRC 2, we’re dedicated to keeping Houstonians informed. As part of our Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston.

How to monitor releases at Barker, Addicks reservoirs

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HARRIS COUNTY, Texas – Water was released Thursday from the Addicks and Barker reservoirs in west Harris County. WATCH: Addicks and Barker Reservoirs controlled release on July 21, 2018The Army Corps of Engineers did not anticipate any flooding consequences due to the routine releases, officials said. "We began making normal releases from the Addicks and Barker reservoirs today and are observing to monitor any unforeseen flooding." To check on the Addicks Reservoir, click here. The Harris County Flood Warning System provides a look at current elevation of bayous as well as the Addicks and Barker reservoirs.

Officials monitor forecast as Addicks/Barker reservoirs continue to release water to Buffalo Bayou

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Stormwater from the Addicks and Barker Reservoirs continues to flow into Buffalo Bayou, and people in the affected area are hoping the water keeps going down and out of their neighborhoods. On Tuesday afternoon, the National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Addicks Reservoir through Friday. A truck carried Park’s neighbor’s car safely out of their flooded neighborhood and up to dry ground. Harris County Judge Ed Emmett said the Army Corps of Engineers was closely watching the Addicks and Barker Reservoirs release rates that would alleviate flooding. NEIGHBORHOOD IMPACTSHarris County law enforcement officials are reporting water in some streets in the Bear Creek Village subdivision adjacent to Addicks Reservoir (near Clay Road).