June 2020 – Weather Preppers

Could Saharan Dust Clouding Our Skies Dampen Hurricanes?

Posted on June 30, 2020June 30, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Once again this week, much of East Texas will sit beneath a haze of dust that has traveled across the Atlantic Ocean from the Sahara Desert. Unlike last Friday, it won’t be quite as intense, but anyone with allergies or asthma will certainly feel the effects. This time of year, sand drifting on winds aloft thousands of miles is not uncommon. However, this year has been some of the strongest plumes we have seen in…

Millions more US homes at risk of flooding than FEMA thinks

Posted on June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Flooding in Hurricane Florence (Photo: WTVD) (CBS News) — Think the risk of your home filling up with floodwater, magnified these days by climate change, is only an issue near the coasts and rivers? New research detailing nearly every corner of the U.S. shows otherwise. Researchers from Brooklyn-based nonprofit First Street teamed with more than 80 experts in real estate, insurance and academia to compile an unprecedented flood database extensively augmenting existing federal information. For the first…

At least 12 killed in flooding in southwestern China

Posted on June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

BEIJING — Authorities in southwestern China’s Sichuan province say at least 12 people have died and 10 are missing following heavy rains, adding to a grow toll from summer flooding across the country. Sichuan’s Mianning county was battered by storms on Friday and Saturday, with flooding especially bad in Yihai township, the county government reported. Two vehicles plunged into a river along a flood-damaged highway, and 7,705 people were evacuated in the area. The area…

Storms, damaging winds move through the Carolinas

Posted on June 29, 2020June 29, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

As storms move through the Charlotte area, those in its path could see damaging wind gusts and hail. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Storms moved through the Carolinas on Sunday afternoon into the evening, bringing along the threat of damaging wind gusts and hail. Just before 4:30 p.m. Sunday, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Gaston, Mecklenburg and York counties, which expired at 5:15 p.m. Later, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Chesterfield and Lancaster…

Level 2 severe weather threat: Rain pummels Chapel Hill as storms begin popping up in the Triangle

Posted on June 28, 2020June 28, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By Peta Sheerwood, WRAL meteorologist Raleigh, N.C. — Southern parts of the Triangle are under a level 2 threat for severe weather, while northern areas are under a level 1 risk. Rain began pummeling Chapel Hill as storms popped up around the Triangle around 5 p.m. Damaging winds and heavy downpours are the main threat with these storms, as a cold front passes across North Carolina. The threat for damaging winds is possible for central…

Bangladesh's northern regions brace for monsoon floods

Posted on June 28, 2020June 30, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By JULHAS ALAM, Associated Press DHAKA, Bangladesh — With the monsoon setting in and waters from India rushing downstream, Bangladesh is facing a serious threat of floods that could cause extensive damage to farmlands across the delta nation’s vast northern regions, officials said Sunday. The country’s Flood Forecasting and Warning Center said water levels in many rivers were continuing to rise, posing threats to flood protection embankments that could burst, potentially affecting hundreds of thousands…

Thunderstorms, damaging winds a threat for Sunday afternoon

Posted on June 28, 2020June 28, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By Peta Sheerwood, WRAL meteorologist Raleigh, N.C. — It’s been a hot, typical summer weekend. You may not feel it, but a not-so-cool cold front is moving in, which will cause us to have a Level 1 and 2 threat for severe weather on Sunday. Some rain to cool us off is likely coming on Sunday to start the week off. Sunday morning will be dry, but then around 4 p.m. there will likely be a…

BBB on Homes: Develop a plan to protect your family, property during hurricane season

Posted on June 28, 2020June 28, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

The hurricane season is upon us, and since the greater Houston area is especially hurricane-prone, you should prepare your family and your property to minimize damage. First, develop a family hurricane preparedness plan before an actual storm threatens your area. The Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas offers the following tips when developing a plan: Discuss the type of hazards that could affect your family. Know your home’s vulnerability to storm surge,…

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown reopening delayed indefinitely

Posted on June 26, 2020June 26, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Published 2:26 pm CDT, Friday, June 26, 2020 Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown’s reopening is delayed. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown’s reopening is delayed. Photo: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Photo: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown’s reopening is delayed. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown’s reopening is delayed. Photo: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown reopening delayed…

Saharan Dust Cloud Arrives At The U.S. Gulf Coast, Bringing The Haze

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

A massive cloud of dust from the Sahara Desert is arriving along the U.S. Gulf Coast this week, after traveling across the Atlantic Ocean. The phenomenon happens every year – but the 2020 version is especially large and imposing, experts say. The dust cloud is “quite large” this year, says Marshall Shepherd, the director of the Atmospheric Sciences Program at the University of Georgia, in an interview on All Things Considered. “I think that’s why…

Scattered thunderstorms and showers expected all day, damaging winds possible

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

By Elizabeth Gardner, WRAL meteorologist Scattered thunderstorms and showers are moving across the Triangle Thursday afternoon, said WRAL meteorologist Elizabeth Gardner. A Level 1 risk for severe storms is in place this afternoon. Areas in central North Carolina will likely see pop-up thunderstorms with heavy rain throughout the night. At around noon, Hillsborough and Henderson saw heavy rain. Henderson even had reported lightning. Many communities will be affected by the storms rolling in, so it’s…

Houston Forecast: Flash flood warnings expire but scattered showers continue

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

Some street flooding was reported in the Katy area and in parts of SW Houston early this morning. HOUSTON — After several flash flood warnings and a flash flood watch, the worst of this morning’s weather has pushed to areas east of Houston. All flash flood watches and warnings have expired for the time being. There is, however, a river flood warning for South Mayde Creek near Greenhouse Road and for the Addicks Reservoir. Minor…

Flash Flood Warning continues until 10 a.m. after early-morning street flooding | Watch live radar

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

The worst of this morning’s weather is now pushing to the southeast, giving the Katy area a break. HOUSTON — A Flash Flood Warning continues for northeastern Jackson County, south central Austin County southeastern Colorado County, west central Fort Bend County and Wharton County until 10 a.m. Thursday. The worst of this morning’s weather is now pushing to the southeast, giving Katy and the rest of Fort Bend County/western Harris County a break from the…

Flash Flood Warning in effect until 10 a.m.; street flooding reported in Katy area | Watch live radar

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

HOUSTON — A Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for northeastern Jackson County, south central Austin County southeastern Colorado County, west central Fort Bend County and Wharton County until 10 a.m. Thursday. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include El Campo, Wharton, Eagle Lake, East Bernard, Beasley, Kendleton, Pierce, Nada, Egypt, Garwood, Hungerford and Louise. A Flash Flood Watch is also in effect for a portion of Southeast Texas, including the following areas:…

Several people stranded in stalled cars due to flash flooding near Katy

Posted on June 25, 2020June 25, 2020 by WeatherPreppers

KHOU 11 Reporter Michelle Choi said floodwaters is about 8 inches deep near Greenhouse and Saums Road HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Harris County deputies said several people are stranded in their vehicles due to flash flooding west of Houston. KHOU 11 Reporter Michelle Choi is near Katy where she spotted at least one vehicle submerged in water near Greenhouse and Saums Road. A deputy on scene said at least three people who tried to travel…

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