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Another round of powerful storms is expected in the region Thursday, and that will be followed by several waves of heavy rain through Saturday. Flooding is possible in some locations. Here’s what you need to know. Right now Flash flood watch – All of Southeast Texas from 1 p.m. Thursday to 7 p.m. Saturday. Flood warning – Some rivers in southeast Texas, including the Trinity River, Brazos River, Navasota River, San Bernard River and San Jacinto River. Read…

HOUSTON — The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center says much of Texas, including portions of the Houston area, have a slight risk of seeing severe weather again this week. The bigger issue will be the prolonged threat for heavy rain Thursday through the weekend. A strong jet stream overhead combined with a stalled surface frontal boundary plus copious tropical moisture are the ingredients that can cause flooding in Houston and southeast Texas. High water…

Two herons survey the area from atop the Lake Houston dam. Two herons survey the area from atop the Lake Houston dam. Photo: Photo By AMANDA CAIN Photo: Photo By AMANDA CAIN Image 1 of / 1 Caption Close Image 1 of 1 Two herons survey the area from atop the Lake Houston dam. Two herons survey the area from atop the Lake Houston dam. Photo: Photo By AMANDA CAIN Water released from Lake Houston…

Tuesday was very wet and it’s also National Teacher Appreciation Day! According to the Texas Education Agency’s most recent data, there are more than 359,000 teachers in the state. Say “thanks” to one of them today! Today’s Weather Severe weather continues to flare in southeast Texas. Numerous severe thunderstorms have caused flooding in the area. They have also produced gusty wind and quarter-sized hail. Frank Billingsley has a quick look at your forecast in this…

It’s Wednesday, and it’s also National Bike To School Day. However, with all the flooding last night some schools have canceled classes for today. Check this list for more information. Today’s Weather Nearly 10 inches of rain fell in some places last night, and more storms are on the way. Britta Merwin has a quick look at your forecast in this video. Don’t forget! You can keep track of the radar and forecast throughout the day at…

By Peter Dawson, Chron.com / Houston Chronicle Published 2:37 pm CDT, Monday, May 6, 2019 >>>Click through to see which Houston-area streets saw the most flooding incidents in 2018.   (Mark Mulligan / Houston Chronicle) >>>Click through to see which Houston-area streets saw the most flooding incidents in 2018.   (Mark Mulligan / Houston Chronicle) Photo: Mark Mulligan, Mark Mulligan / Houston Chronicle Photo: Mark Mulligan, Mark Mulligan / Houston Chronicle Image 1 of / 20 Caption Close…

The Brazos River near Richmond is predicted to flood as storms roll through the Houston area this week. The Brazos River near Richmond is predicted to flood as storms roll through the Houston area this week. Photo: National Weather Service Photo: National Weather Service Image 1 of / 8 Caption Close Image 1 of 8 The Brazos River near Richmond is predicted to flood as storms roll through the Houston area this week. The Brazos…

HOUSTON – After heavy rain and severe storms, another stretch of intense weather is on the way. The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch from 1 p.m. Thursday to 7 p.m. Saturday. Here is what you need to know about upcoming severe weather and heavy rain impacting Southeast Texas through Saturday: Thursday  Morning weather will be warm and humid but rather uneventful. It is a good idea to take advantage of the…

HOUSTON — The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center says much of Texas, including portions of the Houston area, have a slight risk of seeing severe weather again early this week. Areas west, northwest and north of Houston proper have the best chance for strong storms, although all of Southeast Texas will see rain. There are concerns that with grounds becoming saturated and more heavy rain expected later in the week and heading into the…

A rescuer moves Paulina Tamirano, 92, from a boat to a truck bed as people evacuate from the Savannah Estates neighborhood as Addicks Reservoir surpasses capacity due to near constant rain from Tropical Storm Harvey Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017 in Houston. ( Michael Ciaglo / Houston Chronicle ) less A rescuer moves Paulina Tamirano, 92, from a boat to a truck bed as people evacuate from the Savannah Estates neighborhood as Addicks Reservoir surpasses capacity…

AUSTIN (FOX 26 Houston/ Storyful) – The Barton Creek Greenbelt and Barton Springs Pool in Austin, Texas, remain closed on Saturday, May 4, following flash flooding in the area on May 3. Austin Parks and Recreation posted video of the flood waters in Barton Springs Pool on May 4 and warned residents to “be safe,” and stay away from the flooding. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Colorado River:   At…

HOUSTON — Many residents across the Houston area spent Saturday afternoon cleaning up the damage left by a barrage of storms that hit the region Friday into early Saturday morning. Giant trees smashed into homes, a school was flooded and a young elementary school teacher was killed. Groves Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Amy Woodeshick, 25, was killed Friday evening along Kingwood Drive in the storm when her car hit a fallen tree. RELATED: Humble ISD…

HOUSTON – The National Weather Service has rated three tornado touchdowns during Friday’s thunderstorms.  An EF0 tornado touchdown down in Eagle Lake another in Tomball, and an EF2 touched down in La Grange.  The damage in the Kingwood area was determined to be from straight line winds. Thankfully, no injuries. Copyright 2019 by KPRC Click2Houston – All rights reserved.

HOUSTON — A tornado briefly touched down in Tomball on Friday, the National Weather Service confirmed. There were no reports of injuries. The length of its path is unknown, according to KHOU 11 Meteorologist Blake Mathews.  A tornado also touched down near Eagle Lake in Colorado County. It was also an EF-0 with an unknown path and no injuries reported. The La Grange tornado from Friday as been rated EF-2 with winds of 120 mph….