May 2023 – Page 3 – Weather Preppers

Several homes damaged in Burnt Mills area of Willis

Posted on May 24, 2023May 24, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Powerful winds knocked down a bunch of trees and power lines in the neighborhood near Lake Conroe. WILLIS, Texas — The thunderstorm that blew through Montgomery County Tuesday afternoon caused a lot of damage in the Burnt Mills subdivision near Lake Conroe. It’s too soon to say whether it was caused by a tornado or straight-line winds but there was a tornado warning in that area. “I got an alert on my phone that a tornado…

WWAY joins Southport hurricane expo to discuss hurricane preparedness

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

6 minutes ago Southport Hurricane Expo on May 22, 2023 (Photo: WWAY) SOUTHPORT, NC (WWAY) — The City of Southport is preparing for hurricane season and also offering important information for residents to prepare. Southport held its annual hurricane expo on Monday. A number of people presented life-saving information including first responders, the police chief and fire chief, other city leaders and more. WWAY’s Hannah Patrick and Jake Eichstaedt spoke at the event about how…

Your video and photos of storm damage in Huntsville, Willis and Conroe

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Huntsville Fire Chief Greg Mathis said there’s quite a bit of wind damage and a few minor injuries. HUNTSVILLE, Texas — Folks in Huntsville are cleaning up damage from a powerful storm that blew through Tuesday afternoon. The Huntsville fire chief said they had some minor injuries and quite a bit of wind damage. He said an auto body shop and some homes were affected. KHOU 11 News viewer Middle Regulus and her daughter were…

'Night and day': Growth of youth ice hockey coinciding with Carolina Hurricanes' success

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — As the Carolina Hurricanes prepare for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night, their success is being felt at rinks across the Triangle. “No doubt the Hurricanes being on TV, letting the kids see it, a lot of them get to games. So I think that’s a lot of excitement. Certainly helps the sport,” said Matthew Monahan, a volunteer coach for the Polar Hurricanes House League. The Canes…

Round Rock Bank of America reopens over a year after tornado ripped through building

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

ROUND ROCK, Texas — After an EF-2 tornado tore through a Bank of America in Round Rock last year, the building is now reopening its doors. The building, which is located at 2651 South Interstate 35 in Round Rock, was impacted by the tornado that ripped through the area back on March 21, 2022. Homes and businesses in the area accrued $32 million in damages. “The reconstruction and reopening of our Bank of America Round…

The ‘fires, floods, explosions and bloodshed’ that make Texas whiskey what it is today

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

A new book traces the history of distilling in Texas, from Spanish settlers making brandy, through a Texas senator’s leading role in establishing Prohibition. By Shelly BrisbinMay 22, 2023 1:22 pmBooks, Food & Drink, History, Texas Standard Original

How to protect your home with flood insurance as hurricane season approaches

Posted on May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared the week of May 22 as Flood Awareness Week. HOUSTON — We’re nearly a week away from the start of hurricane season as Flood Awareness Week kicks off in the state of Texas. Flooding during storms in Houston is something a lot of residents expect, but expecting flooding is different than being prepared for it. The important thing is to get a head start because a new policy can take…

When is hurricane season? Here's when hurricane season starts and what to expect in 2023

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

It’s almost here: The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season is on our doorstep. Though tropical storms and hurricanes can form year-round, most brew during the six-month Atlantic hurricane season, which officially runs from June 1 to Nov. 30 each year. In fact, 97% of all tropical cyclones in the Atlantic form during the season. “Tropical cyclone” is an umbrella term that includes tropical storms and hurricanes. A tropical storm gets a name when its sustained winds…

Carolina Hurricanes face Florida Panthers in pivotal game 3 in Stanley Cup Playoffs

Posted on May 22, 2023May 22, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Monday, May 22, 2023 12:41PM SUNRISE, Fla. (WTVD) — The Carolina Hurricanes look to pick up their first win in the Eastern Conference Finals. The Canes are down two games to nothing in the series after losing both games one and two in overtime at home. Now the series heads to South Florida as the Panthers look to keep their streak rolling. Tonight’s game starts at 8 p.m. Copyright © 2023 WTVD-TV. All Rights Reserved….

National Hurricane Center monitors "disturbance" in the Atlantic

Posted on May 21, 2023May 21, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The National Hurricane Center began monitoring a large area of disturbed weather in the Atlantic a couple hundreds miles northeast of the Bahamas on Sunday.

Game 2: Carolina Hurricanes look to bounce back after heartbreaking loss to Florida Panthers at PNC

Posted on May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

The Florida Panthers and Carolina Hurricanes spent Friday recovering from the sixth-longest game in Stanley Cup playoff history and the longest in Canes’ franchise history. Neither team practiced on the off day before Saturday night’s Game 2 in Raleigh, with Florida leading the series 1-0 after a 3-2, quadruple-overtime thriller. Game 1 finished at 79:47 of overtime play. For Panthers defenseman Brandon Montour, the day off was a chance to rest after leading all skaters…

Hurricanes, 'Got to Be NC' Festival and Artsplosure collide for busy weekend in Raleigh

Posted on May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

RALEIGH. N.C. (WTVD) — Canes fans are still feeling it after Thursday night’s fourth overtime. “I’m still recovering,” said Erin McCrary. But she’s ready for more and trying to get her hands on tickets for Game Two of the Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday “I’m gonna get online as soon as I get home today,” McCrary said. First Alert Weather: A lot of Dry Time this Weekend Hockey isn’t the only thing in town this…

Heavy rain and thunderstorm activity leads to Flash Flood Warning southwest of Bexar County

Posted on May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Follow KENS 5 on air and online for breaking severe weather coverage. Get the KENS 5 app for alerts when severe weather threatens South Texas. SAN ANTONIO — The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of Atascosa, Frio and Medina County until 7 a.m. This includes the cities of Poteet. Lytle and Devine. Around 5:05 a.m. thunderstorms produced heavy rainfall where between 2 to 6 inches of rain had fallen…

City officials, neighbors prep for wildfires as Austin ranks towards top of national list for risk

Posted on May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

Over the past few decades, Central Texas has seen some devastating fires, and city leaders are stepping up to the plate to spread awareness. AUSTIN, Texas — Austin is one of the top cities at risk for wildfires, and with fire season just around the corner, city leaders are urging residents to be prepared. Over the past few decades, Central Texas has seen some devastating fires, and city leaders are stepping up to the plate…

Leland residents react to Friday flooding

Posted on May 20, 2023May 20, 2023 by WeatherPreppers

5 minutes ago LELAND, NC (WWAY) — Several inches of rain fell throughout portions of the Cape Fear on Friday, with Brunswick County being among those hit the hardest. Friday mornings rain caused flooding which stranded cars, caused malfunctioning traffic lights, an left people trapped in their neighborhoods. In Brunswick County, several inches of rain fell in a short period of time. Meteorologists estimate over 8 inches in Leland alone. Glenn Krause lives in the…

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