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Fun science experiments Houston parents, children can do with the snow
Read full article: Fun science experiments Houston parents, children can do with the snowWith schools closed due to the extreme winter weather, we’ve got some ideas that will hopefully keep spirits high and entertain the little ones.
Carbon monoxide poisoned this Texas family, here’s what they want everyone to do before the freeze
Read full article: Carbon monoxide poisoned this Texas family, here’s what they want everyone to do before the freezeDuring the February Freeze in 2021, Memorial Hermann Hospital said they saw over 100 patients in one day with carbon monoxide poisoning. That’s typically more than they get in a whole year!
Fosters needed! Rescued Pets Movement seeks homes for animals ahead of Houston freeze
Read full article: Fosters needed! Rescued Pets Movement seeks homes for animals ahead of Houston freezeRescued Pets Movement is reaching out to Houstonians who are willing to open up their homes to pets this week during the winter storms.
Staying warm and safe: CenterPoint Energy’s Richard Leger on winter preparedness and cold weather
Read full article: Staying warm and safe: CenterPoint Energy’s Richard Leger on winter preparedness and cold weatherAs temperatures drop across Houston and the surrounding areas, CenterPoint Energy’s Senior Vice President of Natural Gas Business, Richard Leger, assures residents that the company is well-prepared to handle the challenges of winter weather.
Energy experts weigh in on Texas’ power grid sustainability compared to 2021
Read full article: Energy experts weigh in on Texas’ power grid sustainability compared to 2021“These kinds of temperatures don’t lead to levels of demand that are particularly difficult to meet,” energy expert Doug Lewin explained
Dangerous winter weather could impact Cotton Bowl travel plans in Texas
Read full article: Dangerous winter weather could impact Cotton Bowl travel plans in TexasDangerous winter weather, including snow, black ice, and sleet, is expected to impact travel plans for the Cotton Bowl in Texas, particularly in Dallas and Arlington.
Dangerously cold temperatures in Houston continue to rapidly drop thanks to Arctic blast
Read full article: Dangerously cold temperatures in Houston continue to rapidly drop thanks to Arctic blastThe wind chill will make it "feel like" the teens and 20s thanks to strong winds going up to 15 - 25 miles per hour.
Houston shelters brace for coldest weather yet this winter, urge public to help the homeless
Read full article: Houston shelters brace for coldest weather yet this winter, urge public to help the homelessAs Houston faces its coldest temperatures of the winter so far, shelters are gearing up to support those most vulnerable to the extreme cold – the homeless.
Get these items out of your car ahead of freezing temperatures
Read full article: Get these items out of your car ahead of freezing temperaturesWith bitterly cold temperatures expected across much of Texas, hopefully you are taking steps to make sure your family, your pets, and your home are ready for the frigid weather.
Is your home winter-ready? Tips to help protect your home from freezing, icy temperatures
Read full article: Is your home winter-ready? Tips to help protect your home from freezing, icy temperaturesWith freezing temperatures headed our way next week, here are some tips on how homeowners and renters can make their homes “winter-ready.”
Houston emergency officials ‘closely monitoring’ arctic front expected this weekend
Read full article: Houston emergency officials ‘closely monitoring’ arctic front expected this weekendThe City of Houston Office of Emergency Management is bracing for extreme weather conditions across Harris County this weekend.
Houston PD officer finds dead man inside his police car before starting shift
Read full article: Houston PD officer finds dead man inside his police car before starting shiftHouston police said an officer was about to start his shift when he noticed a dead man in the back of his police cruiser at HPD's Mental Health Division building.
Viruses, allergies, and what else going around the Houston area?
Read full article: Viruses, allergies, and what else going around the Houston area?In addition to springtime seasonal allergies, people are suffering complications from that like hay fever, and skin rashes. Some are also feeling even worse with lots of upper respiratory infections across the area.
Houston Marathon runners preparing for cold, chilly temperatures for Sunday’s race
Read full article: Houston Marathon runners preparing for cold, chilly temperatures for Sunday’s raceThe Houston Marathon is the city of Houston’s largest single day sporting event with over 250,000 volunteers, spectators, and runners. All those people are impacted by the weather because the races go on rain or shine.
Ready for the cold? Temperatures are frigid around the Houston area Monday morning
Read full article: Ready for the cold? Temperatures are frigid around the Houston area Monday morningAfter a round of storms Saturday, the cold front has moved through and southeast Texas has had a blustery and cool day Sunday.
BLOG: KPRC 2′s team following arctic blast moving through Houston. Here’s what’s happening in your area
Read full article: BLOG: KPRC 2′s team following arctic blast moving through Houston. Here’s what’s happening in your areaWith an arctic blast headed to the Houston area this afternoon into Friday morning, Houstonians are preparing for temperatures to his below freezing for the next 36 to 44 hours.
What you should know about fireplace and chimney care before freezing temperatures arrive in our area
Read full article: What you should know about fireplace and chimney care before freezing temperatures arrive in our areaWe know many people will be trying to stay warm during the drastic drop in temperatures this week, but if you’ll be using a fireplace to do that, here are some things you need to know before lighting it.
From blankets to Christmas lights, check out some helpful tips to protect your plants from the freeze
Read full article: From blankets to Christmas lights, check out some helpful tips to protect your plants from the freezeFrost cloth, blankets, even incandescent Christmas lights can help cover plants and keep them warm during the freezing temps.
South wind are pulling highs back into the 70s
Read full article: South wind are pulling highs back into the 70sThe next several graphics will walk you throuh the cold blast. We’ll start with Saturday’s hour by hour forecast. Then I’ll focus on Sunday morning’s temperature, wind and wind chill. It will feel like the 20s Sunday morning.
LIST: Houston-area school districts, universities announce plans for week following winter weather closures
Read full article: LIST: Houston-area school districts, universities announce plans for week following winter weather closuresConroe ISDConroe Independent School District will resume classes Monday. Deer Park ISDDeer Park ISD students will return to school Monday, Feb. 22. Humble ISDHumble ISD plans to resume school on Monday, Feb. 22, for all students, both on-campus and virtual students. District staff is in the process of reaching out to families to connect them with supports and information available through the Act. Royal ISDRoyal ISD students will resume school Tuesday.
Here’s how to keep your water well from freezing
Read full article: Here’s how to keep your water well from freezingAs wintry weather moves into the area, well water is at risk of freezing. KPRC 2 reached out to Paul Weitz, The Plumbing Guy, for advice on how to prepare your well before the deep freeze.
How counties in Houston area are preparing roads ahead of winter storm
Read full article: How counties in Houston area are preparing roads ahead of winter stormHOUSTON – The Texas Department of Transportation says they will start pre-treating roads, highways, and overpasses across the Houston area in the next 24 hours. They are waiting for roads to dry before starting the treatment process. “The more prepared our citizens can be the better off we are going to be,” said Meghan Arthur, a public information officer for Montgomery County. “We are expecting to see ice on ground level roadways as well,” said Emily Black, who is with the Texas Department of Transportation. The weather has already caused problems in Montgomery County.
Tips for preparing your home, pets and plants for freezing temperatures
Read full article: Tips for preparing your home, pets and plants for freezing temperaturesEccles said to start by letting cold water drip from your faucet. Safety TipsThe Harris County Fire Marshal’s Office encourages residents to follow these heating safety tips:Place space heaters on solid and flat surfaces. Check space heaters for cracked or damaged cords and plugs. Plug space heaters directly into wall outlets, don’t use an extension cord or power strip. Create a “kid-free zone” three feet from open fires and space heaters.
What to know about our coming cold snap
Read full article: What to know about our coming cold snapCan you imagine what Houstonians must have thought on Valentine’s Day 1895, waking up to 20 inches of snow? Never underestimate February in Houston, and if you’ve been looking at the models for the weekend ahead, you’ve seen some drastic differences in temperature forecasts. On the other hand, the newest American model is almost frightening with its forecast, bringing us extreme cold this weekend:Very Cold American ModelYes, those are single digits you are seeing by Sunday! I’ll say this, last Sunday (Jan. 31) the American model was predicting 21° for THIS MORNING. So this very thin surface layer of extreme cold will be fighting a mixing of warmer air coming down from above:500mb southwest flow this weekendWhether the really cold air suggested by the American model wins out is honestly too early to tell, but historically this year, the European has done better with temperatures.
Houston-area forecast: Sweater weather this weekend
Read full article: Houston-area forecast: Sweater weather this weekendHOUSTON – Cold air has settled into Southeast Texas and will be sticking around for a while. We are in the beginning of the longest stretch of cold weather that has hit Houston so far this season. As we head into late Sunday, temperatures will start to drop and wintry precipitation will be getting close to Southeast Texas! Sunday NightAccumulations will be insignificant in Southeast Texas but snow will accumulate north and northwest of our area. Weekend Travel WeatherAfter Sunday’s rain/snow mix event, the rest of the ten day forecast shows a cooler than normal start with plenty of sunshine for the week ahead.