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.
Forecasters predict above-normal 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Hereโs what you need to know
Forecasters at NOAAโs Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, have just released their official hurricane forecast, predicting an above-average 2022 season. This would make it the seventh consecutive hurricane season weโve seen with higher than normal activity.
Families with infants, these things will help prepare you for a severe weather situation
But itโs quite another to ready yourself for a severe weather situation when you have a new baby in tow. Maybe the baby naps or hangs out in some type of rocker that you usually plug in to a wall. Youโll want to make sure you have plenty of batteries, in case your home loses power. Obviously, whether youโre a new parent or not, youโd want to make sure you have a way to charge your phone. -- And if youโre formula feeding, thatโs great, too.
Gov. Greg Abbott urges Texans to be prepared, monitor this weekendโs weather, flood threats
HOUSTON โ Governor Greg Abbott is urging Texans to be vigilant over the next few days as he and his office closely monitor a potential tropical development brewing in the Gulf. RELATED: What to know about the two Tropical systems brewing right nowAbbott said the state is preparing its resources to assist communities with potential flooding and heavy rainfall. โI urge Texans across the state to monitor the weather in their area and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and their loved ones from possible flash flooding and heavy rainfall,โ Abbott said. โAs this Tropical Depression approaches the Lone Star State, we are taking the necessary precautions to keep Texans safe,โ Abbott said. โThese resources I have rostered will help our communities respond to the severe weather and possible flash floods caused by this Tropical Depression.