May 2019 – Page 11 – Weather Preppers

4 years ago today, 'tidal wave of water' hit Wimberley, causing catastrophic flooding

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

SAN ANTONIO – Thursday marks four years since heavy rain that triggered record flooding began to fall in the Texas Hill Country. The towns of Wimberley and San Marcos were ravaged by what was called a “tidal wave” along the Blanco and San Marcos rivers. Thirteen fatalities were reported across the affected area, and the aftermath of the storm was devastating for both communities. Large piles of debris and trees littered both towns and water flooded parts…

A 'violent tornado' has touched down in Jefferson City, Missouri

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri — A “violent tornado” touched down in Jefferson City, Missouri, causing heavy damage Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. The service reported that a “confirmed large and destructive tornado” was observed over Jefferson City at 11:43 p.m. Wednesday, moving northeast at 40 mph (64 kph). The capital city has a population of about 40,000 and is located 130 miles (209 kilometers) west of St. Louis. No fatalities have been reported but…

A ‘violent tornado’ has touched down in Missouri

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

This still image taken from video provided by Chris Higgins shows a tornado, Wednesday, May 22, 2019, in Carl Junction, Mo. The tornado caused some damage in the town of Carl Junction, about 4 miles (6.44 kilometers) north of the Joplin airport. (Chris Higgins via AP) Chris Higgins AP JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. The National Weather Service says a “violent tornado” has touched down in Jefferson City, Missouri, causing possible fatalities and heavy damage. The service…

How to protect your home the next time it floods in Houston

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

HOUSTON – The rain and flooding on May 7 caused a rise in Jennifer Coulter’s stress level. “It literally all came flooding back. No pun intended,” she said. “It has been a hard week emotionally, and I have certainly felt things that I thought I was OK with. And I thought I was over with, and I’m not.” The flooding was an unwanted, yet familiar reminder for the Kingwood resident whose home flooded two years…

The Latest: Tornado warning for Joplin, Missouri

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt talks with the media following an aerial tour of tornado and flood damaged areas of the state, Tuesday, May 21, 2019, in Oklahoma City. Sue Ogrocki AP Photo OKLAHOMA CITY The Latest on storm damage in the Southern Plains and Midwest (all times local): 8:30 p.m. A tornado warning has been issued for the city of Joplin, Missouri, eight years to the day since a massive tornado devastated the city and…

One Man’s Search For The Lost Galveston Hurricane Statue

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

A closeup of Victims of the Galveston Flood, a statue originally designed by celebrated sculptor Pompeo Coppini in 1904 that went missing. To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: <iframe src=”https://embed.hpm.io/334159/334056″ style=”height: 115px; width: 100%;”></iframe> After the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900, which killed thousands, celebrated sculptor Pompeo Coppini memorialized the Victims of the Galveston Flood in clay, and then plaster, anticipating funding for a final bronze version. But…

NWS to host hurricane preparedness forum in Holly Ridge

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Hurricane Florence as seen from the ISS on Monday morning. (Photo: Ricky Arnold / ISS) HOLLY RIDGE, NC (WWAY) — The National Weather Service office in Morehead City is holding community forums to make sure we are all prepared for the next major storm. Happening Thursday, May 23, you can attend one of the free public discussions on hurricane preparedness. – Advertisement – You will hear a presentation from…

Bogus hurricane damage claims net one guilty plea, another arrest

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Raleigh, N.C. — A Rocky Mount woman pleaded guilty to getting federal disaster assistance she wasn’t entitled to, while a Goldsboro woman is charged with making up hurricane damage in order to bilk her insurance company, authorities said Wednesday. Sheila Ruffin, 50, pleaded guilty to 15 counts of disaster fraud related to the Hurricane Matthew recovery effort conducted by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, authorities said. Ruffin submitted fraudulent documents to FEMA and collected more…

Andrea’s already done: So who else is on 2019′s list of hurricane names?

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Mother Nature this week delivered the first storm of the Atlantic hurricane season that was powerful enough to earn a name: Subtropical Storm Andrea. It wasn’t long though before Andrea began to weaken and was downgraded. The storm wasn’t expected to pose a hazard to anyone on land, according to the National Hurricane Center. But that got us thinking — now that we can scratch Andrea off the official roster of Atlantic tropical cyclone names…

Storm surge is the greatest threat in a hurricane

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Full Show: Raising The Age For Tobacco, And The Lost Galveston Hurricane Statue (May 22, 2019)

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: Assuming Gov. Greg Abbott signs a bill passed by state lawmakers, you may soon need to be 21 to buy tobacco products in Texas. We discuss what this bill might accomplish, and what else is being done to try to curb tobacco use among young people. Also this hour: Nancy Sims and Brandon Rottinghaus join us to discuss political developments in Austin, Washington, and here in Houston. Then, we discuss a proposed…

Descent of Kellen Winslow II, on trial for alleged rapes, disturbs former Miami Hurricanes

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Trial begins for ex-NFL player in series of rapes A jury in Southern California heard opening statements in the trial of former Miami Hurricane and NFL star Kellen Winslow Jr. on May 20, 2019. He faces charges of raping two women in 2018 and an unconscious 17-year-old girl in 2003. By × A jury in Southern California heard opening statements in the trial of former Miami Hurricane and NFL star Kellen Winslow Jr. on May…

Who are the Hurricane Harvey relief champs in Congress?

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CLOSE National Hurricane Center director Ken Graham says a warmer atmosphere could lead to more frequent, heavy storms in a preview of the official hurricane outlook forecast to be released at the end of the month. (May 17) AP, AP Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect that U.S. Rep. Michael Cloud signed on as a co-sponsor this week. Remember those billions of federal dollars Congress approved for relief from Hurricane Harvey and…

In 'This Hurricane Blows,' Celia Rivenbark looks to Florence for laughs

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

The “Cat 5 Comedy” by Rivenbark and Kevin Parker starts a six-week dinner theater run at TheatreNOW in Wilmington on May 24. Are we ready to laugh about Hurricane Florence yet? The destructive, marathon storm hit Southeastern North Carolina more than eight months ago. And while it caused plenty of misery, no one who endured Florence’s worn-out welcome can deny, in retrospect, that she spawned a few funny situations as well. Mining our collective storm…

Kayakers rushed to shore during West Virginia hail storm. It was a deadly choice

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

The Cheat River through West Virginia, where a kayaker was killed when a tree fell during a storm Sunday. Facebook screenshot/Friends of the Cheat A kayaker died in a “terrible freak thing” Sunday on West Virginia’s Cheat River, after he and two companions rushed to shore during a severe storm and got hit by a tree. David Treadaway of Maryland died under the weight of the tree, according to witness Doug Pollard, who was also…

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