June 2019 – Page 2 – Weather Preppers

Smoke from US wildfires boosting health risk for millions

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

By MATTHEW BROWN, Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. — Climate change in the Western U.S. means more intense and frequent wildfires churning out waves of smoke that scientists say will sweep across the continent to affect tens of millions of people and cause a spike in premature deaths. That emerging reality is prompting people in cities and rural areas alike to prepare for another summer of sooty skies along the West Coast and in the Rocky…

For These Young, Nontraditional College Students, Adulting Is A Requirement

Posted on June 25, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

They are early-risers and hard-workers, they have a “talent for struggling through” and the determination that follows. Some are the first in their family to go to college — or even graduate from high school — and many are financially independent from their parents. They’re often struggling to pay for rent, groceries and transportation while taking classes. And that means working while in school — in retail, on campus or even with a lawn care…

Expected scattered storms around Houston could bring flooding, small hail

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Forecasters predict more scattered showers and thunderstorms for the Houston area Tuesday. >> Click through the following gallery to see flooding photos from Monday, June 25, in Houston. Forecasters predict more scattered showers and thunderstorms for the Houston area Tuesday. >> Click through the following gallery to see flooding photos from Monday, June 25, in Houston. Photo: National Weather Service Photo: National Weather Service Image 1 of / 32 Caption Close Image 1 of 32…

Teens help those affected by Hurricane Florence, Matthew

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Mission Serve replaces a roof on a damaged home in Tabor City on 6/24/19. (Photo: Matt Bennett/WWAY) COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — Plenty of people in our region are still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Florence. Now some are getting relief, thanks to students willing to sacrifice part of their summer break to help others. “Spreading the love of Christ in a practical way,” that’s this year’s slogan for Mission Serve. Mission Serve is…

Monday's Storm Created Thousands Of Power Outages And It's Probably Not Over Yet

Posted on June 25, 2019June 25, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

More than 23,000 CPS Energy customers were left without power in the immediate wake a storm that blew through the city before rush hour on Monday afternoon, according to the city-owned utility. CPS Energy reported outages across the city with the heaviest concentrations around the Medical Center area, Leon Valley, Helotes, west of Universal City and on the southeast side near Loop 410. Texas Public Radio, located in the Medical Center, was knocked off the air for…

Afternoon Storms Bring Flash Flooding, Knock Out Power To San Antonio

Posted on June 24, 2019June 24, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Central Bexar County is under a flash flood warning as thunderstorms dump heavy rains on San Antonio, according to the National Weather Service. Storms that hit Monday afternoon also caused power outages stretching from the North Side to the Northwest Side. Approximately 22,000 people were without power as of shortly before 4 p.m., according to CPS Energy’s outage map. “Our crews will work until everyone affected has their power restored,” said Rudy Garza, senior vice president of…

Blucher Institute Partners with Colorado State Researchers to Study Hurricane Harvey

Posted on June 24, 2019June 24, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – During the month of June 2019, the Conrad Blucher Institute at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi acted as home base for a group of students from Colorado State University as they completed a four-week immersion program called the Ethnographic Field School for Risk and Disaster. The program marks the first collaboration between the Blucher Institute and Colorado State and is the first field school of its kind in the U.S., program officials…

East side neighbors frustrated with flooding issues

Posted on June 24, 2019June 24, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

SAN ANTONIO — Neighbors in Eastwood Village say they have a flooding problem. The community says issues with flooding are an ongoing concern because every time it rains, from a major downpour to a fast-moving storm, the streets in their neighborhood flood, and massive amounts of debris clog the drains. Neighbors are then forced to clean up the trash and debris left behind when the water recedes. Ruben Guerrero is a past president of the…

Volunteers needed as clean-up continues following record flooding at Mountain Island Lake

Posted on June 24, 2019June 24, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More than a week after Mountain Island Lake crested at near-historic levels, homeowners along the water are still struggling to clean up their properties. Some of the hardest-hit communities are located along the Catawba River, just downstream of the Mountain Island Dam. Calvary Baptist Church’s Pastor Jack Homesley has been down trying to marshal volunteers for families who either can’t afford or aren’t physically able to gut their homes. “People really just…

Repairs could take up to 48 hours after Charlotte water main break causes flooding

Posted on June 24, 2019June 24, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Fire Department responded to the intersection of Freedom Drive and West Morehead Street for a large water main break, according to the City of Charlotte’s twitter. The intersection is closed to traffic for both vehicles and pedestrians, officials say. In addition to impacting businesses in the area, the break impacted Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. The airport has not specified exactly what the break caused there, but NBC Charlotte has reached out…

Houston Newsmakers for June 23: Hurricane season special

Posted on June 23, 2019June 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

HOUSTON – Judge Hidalgo, Mayor Turner working together to be ready With the start of the 2019 hurricane season, the leaders of Harris County and the city of Houston say they are as ready as they can be. “The departments are meeting almost every week and sometimes several times a week between the city and the county,” said Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner. “Just like we’re sitting side by side, we’re working side by side together.”…

Charlotte water main break causes flooding, impacts traffic and airport

Posted on June 23, 2019June 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte Fire Department responded to the intersection of Freedom Drive and West Morehead Street for a large water main break, according to the City of Charlotte’s twitter. The intersection is closed to traffic for both vehicles and pedestrians, officials say. In addition to impacting businesses in the area, the break has impacted Charlotte-Douglas International Airport. The airport has not specified exactly what the break has caused there, but NBC Charlotte has…

Discover Houston water parks: Lots of family water fun at Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

Posted on June 23, 2019June 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

HOUSTON – Throughout the summer, KPRC2 will be featuring Houston’s many water parks in hopes of inspiring fun for you and your family. Sunday’s featured water park: Hurricane Harbor Splashtown The slides: Among those for thrill seekers are the Big Spin and Paradise Plunge, but there are also two interactive areas for kids as well as a lazy river and some rides the whole family can go on together. Kid-friendly rides: There are a variety of rides…

Ribbon-cutting ceremony unveils new Yarrabee Bend

Posted on June 23, 2019June 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

AUSTIN, Texas (FOX 7 Austin) – Parks officials and Austin city leaders gathered at the Onion Creek Metropolitan Park Sunday morning for a ribbon-cutting ceremony unveiling the new Yarrabee Bend. The new part of the park features nearly 190 acres of natural parkland and recreational space for all to enjoy. On Saturday Tom Herrera joined dozens of people for the unveiling. Herrera has already utilized the park and says he looks forward to taking his…

What to do when a hurricane is headed your way

Posted on June 21, 2019June 21, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CLOSE Corpus Christi is preparing hurricane evacuation for those without reliable transportation. David Silva Ramirez and Courtney M Sacco, Wochit In the midst of hurricane season, state and local agencies are preparing for the worst. Evacuation drills have commenced throughout Corpus Christi, including an airlift drill on June 12 and a bus evacuation exercise Friday. When it comes to hurricane season, personal preparation is also key. But what should you do once hurricane landfall is imminent? This guide covers…

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