Money Monday: Reversing denied insurance claim
After the storms we've had recently, many people are having to file insurance claims, and if you've had any claims denied it may be frustrating. FOX 26 Consumer Reporter Heather Sullivan is joined by Nishi Kothari who handles severe weather disputes and shares what options you have if your claim is denied.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
It won’t be quite hot in Houston today, compared to Memorial Day. Highs today will be in the low 90s with feels-like temperatures around 105 degrees. As we head into the overnight hours, showers and potentially strong storms will move into SE Texas. The Storm Prediction Center has most of our viewing area in a 2/5 likely risk for damaging wind gusts and the chance for hail. The northwest portion of the viewing area is under a 3/5 risk. The timing of the storms looks to move in around midnight and clear to or east by sunrise on Wednesday. Stay weather aware and make sure to have a way of receiving severe weather alerts. Download FOX Local to stay up-to-date on weather where you live.
22 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms across multiple states
A series of powerful storms over the Memorial Day weekend caused at least 22 deaths and widespread destruction in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kentucky, with severe weather warnings extending to the East Coast.
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast for Memorial Day
Dangerous heat is expected on this Memorial Day. There is an Excessive Heat Warning and Heat Advisory in effect until 10pm. Feels like temperatures could reach up to 114 degrees. Stay safe in the heat- drink plenty of water, limit outdoor activities and check on loved ones and pets. Later this afternoon/ evening, there is the chance for an isolated shower or storm mainly north and west.
Houston weather: Excessive heat warning issued for portions of Houston-area
Dangerously hot temperatures will be affecting the Houston area on Memorial Day and the National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for some counties.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast: The heat continues
Be safe in the heat on Memorial Day! There is a Heat Advisory for all of southeast Texas in effect until 10pm Monday. Houston will see peak afternoon feels-like temperatures from 108-113 degrees. Late Monday afternoon into Monday night there is also a possible risk for some strong to severe storms, mainly in the north and western FOX26 areas. These isolated storms could bring heavy rain, strong winds, or hail. There rest of the week will see seasonal temperatures and a few afternoon showers/thunderstorms.
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
First HEAT ADVISORY of the year has been issued for Houston and much of SE Texas with the exception of our coastal counties. It will be in effect Noon until 8PM Sunday and Noon until 8PM Monday. Heat index values could be up to 110 Sunday and up to 112 Monday. Take it easy in the heat by staying hydrated and finding shaded areas. Also check your vehicle for your kids and pets before walking away. Rain and storm chances remain low the next few days but will gradually increase a bit as we go through next week. A weak front will bring slight heat and humidity relief by Tuesday and Wednesday. Get the latest weather forecast where you live by downloading our FOX Local app for your smart tv and our FOX 26 Weather app!
Memorial Day Weekend forecast: Heat, rip currents
FOX 26 Meteorologist Allison Gargaro gives a detailed forecast on how this Memorial Day weekend is heating up and how to stay safe from rip currents when hitting the beach.
Galveston riptide kills Louisiana man who became trapped, drowned
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
First HEAT ADVISORY of the year has been issued for Houston and much of SE Texas with the exception of our coastal counties. It will be in effect Noon until 8PM Sunday and Noon until 8PM Monday. Heat index values could be up to 110 Sunday and up to 112 Monday. Take it easy in the heat by staying hydrated and finding shaded areas. Also check your vehicle for your kids and pets before walking away. Rain and storm chances remain low the next few days but will gradually increase a bit as we go through next week. A weak front will bring slight heat and humidity relief by Tuesday and Wednesday. Get the latest weather forecast where you live by downloading our FOX Local app for your smart tv and our FOX 26 Weather app!
Houston weather: Heat Advisory issued for Houston-area on Sunday, Monday
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for the Houston area to be in effect on Sunday and Monday.
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Look for a few strong storms possibly grazing our NW counties tonight, especially from College Station to Brenham. Storms should weaken though before reaching Houston. Otherwise, storm chances remain very low through the holiday weekend but the heat will be increasing. Look for high temperatures in the middle to upper 90s with dangerous heat index values around 105 to 110. That means the first heat advisories of the year will likely be issued by Sunday or Monday. So do what you can to stay safe in the heat by drinking lots of water, taking frequent breaks while working outside and checking your car for kids or pets before you walk away. Also use caution while swimming at the beach this weekend with a high rip current risk and high surf expected for Galveston beach and other area beaches. Weak cold front arrives late Monday into Tuesday that will knock temperatures down a few degrees and bring in slightly lower humidity. Keep track of the latest weather where you live by checking our FOX 26 Wx app and by watching us on the big screen at home on our Smart TV app, Fox Local!
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Look for a few strong storms possibly grazing our NW counties tonight, especially from College Station to Brenham. Storms should weaken though before reaching Houston. Otherwise, storm chances remain very low through the holiday weekend but the heat will be increasing. Look for high temperatures in the middle to upper 90s with dangerous heat index values around 105 to 110. That means the first heat advisories of the year will likely be issued by Sunday or Monday. So do what you can to stay safe in the heat by drinking lots of water, taking frequent breaks while working outside and checking your car for kids or pets before you walk away. Also use caution while swimming at the beach this weekend with a high rip current risk and high surf expected for Galveston beach and other area beaches. The weak cold front arrives late Monday into Tuesday that will knock temperatures down a few degrees and bring in slightly lower humidity. Keep track of the latest weather where you live by checking our FOX 26 Wx app and by watching us on the big screen at home on our smart TV app FOX Local!
CenterPoint expects Houston storm-related costs to be $100 million
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FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
The heat is on! Yikes, south Texas could have a heat index up to 115! Around here, we'll remain close to heat advisory criteria with lows near 80 and afternoon heat index values close to 108. Storms chances are mainly northwest of Houston in the College Station to Brenham area tonight. Also, please expect and respect the risk for rip currents at our beaches through Memorial Day, so only strong swimmers should go all the way in the water.
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Look for temperatures to get hotter through the holiday weekend. We should climb to the middle to upper 90s this weekend with heat index values soaring to 105-110 on Sunday and Monday. A HEAT ADVISORY will likely be issued for the area by Sunday or Monday. That means it's important to practice heat safety by drinking lots of water, not overdoing it in the heat, and wear light-colored clothing. Storm chances are low the next few nights with the best chance for isolated storms north and west of Houston. Get your latest holiday weather and an update on what's happening in the tropics as we approach hurricane season by downloading our FOX 26 Wx App and watching our smart TV app, FOX Local!
FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Look for temperatures to get hotter through the holiday weekend. We should climb to the middle to upper 90s this weekend with heat index values soaring to 105-110 Sunday and Monday. A HEAT ADVISORY will likely be issued for the area by Sunday or Monday. That means it's important to practice heat safety by drinking lots of water, not overdoing it in the heat, and wear light-colored clothing. Storm chances are low the next few nights with the best chance for isolated storms north and west of Houston. Get your latest holiday weather and an update on what's happening in the tropics as we approach hurricane season by downloading our FOX 26 Wx App and watching our smart tv app, FOX Local!