Closures expected along White Oak Bayou trail
Hikers and bikers, heads up! Closures are in place along White Oak Bayou for safety purposes as crews work to widen the bayou. The Harris County Flood Control District kicked off construction last fall to help widen the bayou and improve the flooding issue in the area.
Fire shuts down pedestrian bridge at White Oak Bayou until further notice
HOUSTON A mid-morning grass fire at White Oak Bayou may have caused some damage to a pedestrian bridge, according to the Houston Parks Board. The fire started just after 10 a.m. Wednesday at the MKT/Heights Hike-and-Bike Trail Bridge crossing near Studemont Street, authorities said. In the video, the flames appear to be impacting the bridge, but it is unclear if there was actually any damage to the structure. However, according to the Houston Parks Board, the bridge will be shut down until further notice as the work to inspect and ensure the integrity of the structure. You can check the Houston Parks Board Twitter or website for the most up-to-date information.
HPD: Body found floating in White Oak Bayou in northwest Houston
Police are investigating the death of a person whose body was found floating in White Oak Bayou Thursday in northwest Houston. A bicyclist spotted the body in the waters off Shady Grove Lane. The Houston Fire Department assisted with the retrieval of the body. Authorities said there are no apparent signs of foul play. They said an autopsy would be conducted to determine the cause of death.