2020 Atlantic hurricane season might be busiest in 10 years

2020 Atlantic hurricane season might be busiest in 10 years

Hurricane season officially begins on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. HOUSTON — 2020’s hurricane season is approaching, and researchers said they think this year will be especially active. The season officially begins on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30. Scientists at Penn State University’s Earth System Science Center project the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season as the busiest in a decade. They say a combination of warm sea surface temperatures and other factors…

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Forecast: Overnight severe weather threat

Forecast: Overnight severe weather threat

Weather Outlook:  Scattered showers and storms are in the forecast for tonight. A few storms could be strong or severe. The main concern will be from storms producing strong winds. For Wednesday, a morning shower or storm then clearing skies, breezy and cooler in the afternoon with highs in the upper 70s and low 80s. Clear and cool Wednesday night with lows in the mid 50s. Sunny and nice Thursday. Breezy and hotter Friday through…

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Gov. Abbott places state resources on standby ahead of potentially severe weather

Gov. Abbott places state resources on standby ahead of potentially severe weather

AUSTIN, Texas — On Tuesday, Gov. Greg Abbott announced resources have been put on standby ahead of potentially severe weather in the forecast. “As severe weather approaches, the state of Texas is taking the necessary precautions to ensure our communities are safe and first responders have the resources they need,” said Gov. Abbott. “I urge all Texans in the storm’s path to heed warnings from local officials and be mindful of weather alerts.” The Texas…

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Coronavirus updates in Central Texas: Gov. Abbott places state resources on standby ahead of potentially severe weather

Coronavirus updates in Central Texas: Gov. Abbott places state resources on standby ahead of potentially severe weather

AUSTIN, Texas — KVUE is keeping you updated with the latest coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, news in the Austin area. Scroll down for the top headlines and latest updates in KVUE’s April 28 live blog. Top Headlines: Updates: 2:45 p.m. – Gov. Abbott announces that resources have been put on standby ahead of potentially severe weather in the forecast. “As severe weather approaches, the state of Texas is taking the necessary precautions to ensure our communities…

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Flash flood warning issued for parts of southeast Texas

Flash flood warning issued for parts of southeast Texas

You may want to leave the alerts on your phone enabled as you sleep so you can be aware of any severe weather moving in. HOUSTON — Just before noon, we had one storm get strong enough to merit a severe thunderstorm warning put on it.  It was producing heavy rains, small hail and gusty winds.  It expired across Fort Bend, Wharton & Brazoria counties but the flooding potential is still there, as 3-4 inches…

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Severe thunderstorm warning, flash flood warning issued for parts of southeast Texas

Severe thunderstorm warning, flash flood warning issued for parts of southeast Texas

You may want to leave the alerts on your phone enabled as you sleep so you can be aware of any severe weather moving in. HOUSTON — Some areas are getting some storms and showers this afternoon and theere’s even a chance for even stronger storms and possibly severe weather on the way overnight, especially on the northside and into the DFW area. There is a flash flood warning in effect for southwestern Fort Bend…

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Tennessee family finds dog 54 days after deadly tornadoes

Tennessee family finds dog 54 days after deadly tornadoes

COOKEVILLE, Tenn. — A Tennessee family was reunited with their dog nearly two months after she went missing when tornadoes ripped through their home in early March. Bella, the Australian shepherd who was missing for 54 days, was found on Sunday, WTVF-TV reported. She alerted Eric and Faith Johnson to a tornado that ravaged Putnam County moments before it flattened the Johnson’s family home. “This is amazing because to have her back with us, it…

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Severe weather possible in parts of South Texas Wednesday morning

Severe weather possible in parts of South Texas Wednesday morning

SAN ANTONIO — For tonight into Wednesday morning, strong to severe storms are expected to move through Texas with the higher chance for severe weather occurring in northeastern parts of the state. South Texas’ risk for severe weather will be more into the Wednesday morning time frame with a marginal risk for severe weather, or a level one out of five. While our chance for seeing severe storms is much lower than our friends in…

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Two beautiful days before severe weather threat

Two beautiful days before severe weather threat

Tuesday and Wednesday will be gorgeous before severe weather moves into our area Wednesday night, according to WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner. Tuesday and Wednesday will both be so beautiful that it will be difficult to stay indoors, Gardner said. Tuesday’s high will rise into the mid 70s, and the day will feature plenty of sunshine. Most of Wednesday will also be nice, but temperatures will rise into the low 80s by the afternoon and evening….

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Severe weather threat: When to expect more storms in the Houston area | View timeline

Severe weather threat: When to expect more storms in the Houston area | View timeline

You may want to leave the alerts on your phone enabled as you sleep so you can be aware of any severe weather moving in. HOUSTON — KHOU 11 Meteorologist Chita Craft says we’re waking up mild and muggy Tuesday morning, but it won’t remain calm for long. You may want to get outside early because showers and a few storms will be possible this afternoon. We also have a chance for even stronger storms…

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Houston Forecast: When to expect storms, possibly severe weather

Houston Forecast: When to expect storms, possibly severe weather

You may want to leave the alerts on your phone enabled as you sleep so you can be aware of any severe weather moving in. HOUSTON — KHOU 11 Meteorologist Chita Craft says we’re waking up mild and muggy Tuesday morning. You may want to get outside early because showers and a few storms will be possible this afternoon. We have a chance for even stronger storms and possibly severe weather on the way as…

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Hurricane-force winds, hail likely in Southern Plains states

Hurricane-force winds, hail likely in Southern Plains states

Published 6:21 am CDT, Tuesday, April 28, 2020 NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Massive hail, hurricane-force winds and a few tornadoes were possible Tuesday in parts of the Southern Plains, forecasters said. The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Oklahoma, said widespread severe thunderstorms were expected in parts of eastern Oklahoma, northeast Texas and far western Arkansas. Along with the tornado risk, forecasters warned that baseball-sized hail and wind gusts of 65 mph (105 kph) or greater were…

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Houston Forecast: Severe weather threat tonight

Houston Forecast: Severe weather threat tonight

Try to get out early today before the rain kicks in. HOUSTON — You are waking up mild and muggy this morning. You may want to get outside early because showers and a few storms will be possible this afternoon.Even though the main event with the risk of severe weather will happen overnight.  The Storm Prediction Center has the Houston metro area in a ‘slight risk’ (2 out of 5). Areas just to our north…

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Houston Forecast: Possible severe weather threat tonight

Houston Forecast: Possible severe weather threat tonight

Try to get out early today before the rain kicks in. HOUSTON — You are waking up mild and muggy this morning. You may want to get outside early because showers and a few storms will be possible this afternoon.Even though the main event with the risk of severe weather will happen overnight.  The Storm Prediction Center has the Houston metro area in a ‘slight risk’ (2 out of 5). Areas just to our north…

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