Houston power outages continue to impact businesses, homeowners
Frustration mounts in Houston as thousands of homes and businesses, including a critical payroll company, remain powerless 11 days after Hurricane Beryl.
Tropical update: Little activity with Saharan dust
Saharan dust is thick right now across the Atlantic basin and that means very limited tropical activity for the next week. In fact, no tropical systems are expected to form in the next 7 days. Two disorganized tropical waves in the Eastern Pacific only have a low chance for tropical development. The area of low pressure in the western E. Pacific only has a 10% chance. The other disturbance south of S. Mexico has a low 20% chance for tropical development as it moves W/NW.
Houston leaders demand action on storm resilience after Beryl power outages
Houston City Council members and Harris County officials voice frustration over Beryl's power outages, demanding better preparation and communication from the city and CenterPoint Energy.
Hurricane Beryl: Texas Lt. Governor announces creation of committee to investigate Beryl recovery
Texas Lieutenant Dan Patrick announced a special committee has been formed to investigate the recovery from Hurricane Beryl.
Beryl recovery: Texas Governor announces federal approval for SNAP hot food purchases in 36 counties
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Wednesday that federal approval has been given to those with SNAP benefits to purchase hot foods.
Tropical update: No tropical cyclones expected
Saharan dust remains thick across the Atlantic basin and no tropical cyclones are expected over the next week. Two systems in the Eastern Pacific have a low chance of developing into a tropical depression or storm over the next 2 to 7 days. But they will be moving away from the United States. Don't let your guard down as we are still expecting a very busy hurricane season as we get into August and September.
Hurricane Beryl relief: Special grocery discounts available at local stores
After Hurricane Beryl brought severe flooding and power outages to the Houston-area and Gulf Coast, local grocery stores are stepping up to help residents restock their homes at discounted prices.
Houston Kroger coupon: Grocery store offers digital discount following Hurricane Beryl
Kroger is offering Houston customers a $10 off of $100 digital discount coupon to help them restock after Hurricane Beryl.
Houston grandfather dies from overheating without power
A Houston man's death from heatstroke in his powerless home following Hurricane Beryl raises concerns about the dangers of extended power outages for vulnerable residents.
Frustrations and Relief: Houstonians navigate FEMA assistance post-Beryl
Houston residents impacted by Hurricane Beryl can visit newly opened FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers for in-person assistance with the application process.
After Beryl, residents tell Houston City Council to spend on 'life saving infrastructure,' not luxuries
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Houston residents voiced outrage at city spending on non-essentials and demand investment in storm-resilient infrastructure.
Hurricane Beryl Aftermath: Mosquito boom threatens Houston residents
With standing water left behind by Hurricane Beryl, Houston faces a surge in mosquitoes, raising concerns about mosquito-borne illnesses.
Tropical Forecast: Tracking system in the Pacific
With the abundance of Saharan dust across the Atlantic basin, tropical systems are not expected to develop for at least the next week. There's a medium chance a tropical depression or storm could form in the western east Pacific over the next 2-7 days. But this system is moving away from the US, Mexico & Central America.
Scammers prey on Pasadena seniors amid Hurricane Beryl power woes
With Hurricane Beryl's blackout as the backdrop, Pasadena's senior citizens have become targets for scammers offering bogus hotel bookings. Amidst the stifling heat and darkness, these vulnerable residents sought refuge, but were met with deceit and financial exploitation. Authorities are calling for vigilance and reporting of such scams to protect the elderly community.
CenterPoint Energy faces investigation over Hurricane Beryl response, Abbott announces
In response to the challenges brought about by Hurricane Beryl, Governor Greg Abbott announced a critical step forward: the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) will conduct a thorough investigation into CenterPoint Energy's preparedness and response capabilities.
CenterPoint Energy power outages leads to lawsuit filed by Houston restaurants
Several restaurants in the Houston-Galveston area have filed a class action lawsuit against CenterPoint Energy, alleging negligence, gross negligence, and other legal violations.
EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 Portable Power Station
Hurricane Beryl knocked power out for more than 2 million of us across the Houston area. That includes Meteorologist John Dawson. In this Hurricane Gear Test, he shows us a large battery he used to power his home.
Tropical Weather Forecast: Cyclone formation halted
Saharan dust is about to cover the Atlantic Basin this week. Tropical cyclone formation will be difficult. The National Hurricane Center is tracking several tropical waves.
Houston power outage update Saturday: CenterPoint, Entergy maps, restoration estimates
See Houston power outages, maps, the latest updates from CenterPoint and Entergy, and how to check the status of power outages in your area on Thursday.
Tropical Update: Tropical activity quiet in Gulf
Gulf of Mexico should remain quiet through the weekend with no tropical activity expected. Area of low pressure near the Carolina coast is not expected to form into a tropical system since it is close to moving on to the Carolina coast. But it will bring heavy rain & the threat for flooding to the Carolinas. In the eastern Pacific, a tropical wave is producing disorganized showers and storms west of Central America. It has a LOW 20% chance for development over the next week.