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Wildfire severely damages historic Big Bend complex

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Published 5:58 pm CDT, Thursday, May 23, 2019 BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas (AP) — A wildfire that ignited in Mexico jumped the Rio Grande into Big Bend National Park and severely damaged a historic border ghost town and former Army border post. Posts on the park’s Facebook page say shifting wind gusts Wednesday night blew embers onto the barracks, officers’ quarters, visitors’ center and restrooms at the Castolon Historic District. Firefighting crews from the park,…

'Major icon,' historic area of Big Bend National Park destroyed by wildfire, officials say

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

A wildfire caused “extensive damage” Wednesday to the Castolon Historic Area of Big Bend National Park, according to officials. A wildfire caused “extensive damage” Wednesday to the Castolon Historic Area of Big Bend National Park, according to officials. Photo: Big Bend National Park Photo: Big Bend National Park Image 1 of / 9 Caption Close Image 1 of 9 A wildfire caused “extensive damage” Wednesday to the Castolon Historic Area of Big Bend National Park,…

NOAA Predicts ‘Near-Normal’ 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Just over a week from the start of the 2019 hurricane season, government forecasters say they expect about a dozen named storms, including two to four major hurricanes, to develop in the Atlantic. For a storm to be named it must have winds of 39 mph or higher, while major hurricanes are those with winds higher than 111 mph. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasters believe El Niño activity — periodic warming in the Pacific…

The Latest: Official: Tornado's path may have been 50 miles

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Updated 10:51 am CDT, Thursday, May 23, 2019 The sign for the Hidden Oaks apartment complex in Jefferson City Missouri stands bent on May 23, 2019, from an apparent tornado in front of a tree that was ripped apart. A “violent tornado” touched down in Jefferson City, Missouri, causing possible fatalities, according to the National Weather Service less The sign for the Hidden Oaks apartment complex in Jefferson City Missouri stands bent on May 23, 2019,…

Tornado hits Missouri capital as deadly storms sweep state

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

David A. Lieb, Associated Press Updated 7:34 am CDT, Thursday, May 23, 2019 A car is trapped under the fallen metal roof of the Break Time gas station and convenience store in tornado-hit Jefferson City, MO., Thursday, May 23, 2019. The National Weather Service has confirmed a large and destructive tornado has touched down in Missouri’s state capital, causing heavy damage and trapping multiple people in the wreckage of their homes. less A car is trapped…

Deaths reported after severe weather in Missouri

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) – A “violent tornado” touched down in Jefferson City, causing heavy damage in Missouri’s capital city as severe weather swept across the state overnight, causing three deaths and leaving many people trapped in the wreckage of their homes. The service reported that a “confirmed large and destructive tornado” was observed over Jefferson City at 11:43 p.m. Wednesday, moving northeast at 40 mph (64 kph). The capital city has a population of…

4 years ago today, 'tidal wave of water' hit Wimberley, causing catastrophic flooding

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

SAN ANTONIO – Thursday marks four years since heavy rain that triggered record flooding began to fall in the Texas Hill Country. The towns of Wimberley and San Marcos were ravaged by what was called a “tidal wave” along the Blanco and San Marcos rivers. Thirteen fatalities were reported across the affected area, and the aftermath of the storm was devastating for both communities. Large piles of debris and trees littered both towns and water flooded parts…

How to protect your home the next time it floods in Houston

Posted on May 23, 2019May 23, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

HOUSTON – The rain and flooding on May 7 caused a rise in Jennifer Coulter’s stress level. “It literally all came flooding back. No pun intended,” she said. “It has been a hard week emotionally, and I have certainly felt things that I thought I was OK with. And I thought I was over with, and I’m not.” The flooding was an unwanted, yet familiar reminder for the Kingwood resident whose home flooded two years…

One Man’s Search For The Lost Galveston Hurricane Statue

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

A closeup of Victims of the Galveston Flood, a statue originally designed by celebrated sculptor Pompeo Coppini in 1904 that went missing. To embed this piece of audio in your site, please use this code: <iframe src=”https://embed.hpm.io/334159/334056″ style=”height: 115px; width: 100%;”></iframe> After the Great Galveston Hurricane of 1900, which killed thousands, celebrated sculptor Pompeo Coppini memorialized the Victims of the Galveston Flood in clay, and then plaster, anticipating funding for a final bronze version. But…

Storm surge is the greatest threat in a hurricane

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Full Show: Raising The Age For Tobacco, And The Lost Galveston Hurricane Statue (May 22, 2019)

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

On Wednesday’s Houston Matters: Assuming Gov. Greg Abbott signs a bill passed by state lawmakers, you may soon need to be 21 to buy tobacco products in Texas. We discuss what this bill might accomplish, and what else is being done to try to curb tobacco use among young people. Also this hour: Nancy Sims and Brandon Rottinghaus join us to discuss political developments in Austin, Washington, and here in Houston. Then, we discuss a proposed…

Who are the Hurricane Harvey relief champs in Congress?

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CLOSE National Hurricane Center director Ken Graham says a warmer atmosphere could lead to more frequent, heavy storms in a preview of the official hurricane outlook forecast to be released at the end of the month. (May 17) AP, AP Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect that U.S. Rep. Michael Cloud signed on as a co-sponsor this week. Remember those billions of federal dollars Congress approved for relief from Hurricane Harvey and…

Who are the Hurricane Harvey relief champs in Congress? You might be surprised who isn't

Posted on May 22, 2019May 22, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

CLOSE National Hurricane Center director Ken Graham says a warmer atmosphere could lead to more frequent, heavy storms in a preview of the official hurricane outlook forecast to be released at the end of the month. (May 17) AP, AP Remember those billions of federal dollars Congress approved for relief from Hurricane Harvey and other weather disasters from 2017? The government is still sitting on it. WHY SHOULD YOU CARE? For the folks in Puerto…

6 Texas Gas Stations Agree To Refund Customers For Hurricane Harvey Price Gouging

Posted on May 21, 2019May 21, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – The Texas Attorney General’s Office’s Consumer Protection Division settled lawsuits against two Texas gas stations accused of price gouging during the Hurricane Harvey disaster. The AG’s Office also secured Assurances of Voluntary Compliance with four Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex gas stations. Under separate agreements, Encinal Fuel LLC and Lafayette C-Store will each pay $17,500 in civil restitution to refund Texans who were charged up to $9.99 a gallon for gas from August…

The Latest: Confirmed tornado spotted near Tulsa airport

Posted on May 21, 2019May 21, 2019 by WeatherPreppers

Updated 6:50 am CDT, Tuesday, May 21, 2019 This image made from video provided by KWTV-KOTV shows two funnel clouds formed in Crescent, Okla., Monday, May 20, 2019. An intense storm system that weather forecasters labeled “particularly dangerous” swept through the Southern Plains Monday, spawning a few tornadoes that caused some damage and a deluge of rain but no reports of injuries. (KWTV-KOTV via AP) less This image made from video provided by KWTV-KOTV shows two…

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