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WEATHER ALERT

3 warnings in effect for 3 counties in the area

HURRICANE BERYL


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What questions do you have about Houston’s 2025 hurricane season?

Read full article: What questions do you have about Houston’s 2025 hurricane season?

Or what would you tell someone who just moved to Houston?

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NOAA’s emergency Galveston broadcast caught fire in May and remains offline. Where to get information

Read full article: NOAA’s emergency Galveston broadcast caught fire in May and remains offline. Where to get information

As hurricane season approaches, residents of Galveston and surrounding areas face a critical challenge: the NOAA Radio frequency, a key source for lifesaving weather updates, remains offline after a transmitter fire in March.

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One year later: Use one word to describe the 2024 Houston derecho

Read full article: One year later: Use one word to describe the 2024 Houston derecho

This Friday marks one year since the 2024 Houston derecho.

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Houston homeowner struggles with tree removal post-Beryl

Read full article: Houston homeowner struggles with tree removal post-Beryl

Hester Arceneaux, a longtime resident of Houston, is facing a daunting challenge after a tree in her neighbor’s yard fell during Hurricane Beryl, causing significant damage to her property.

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Buying a generator for your apartment or rental property? Consider this before you shop

Read full article: Buying a generator for your apartment or rental property? Consider this before you shop

For those in an apartment wondering what they can do to prepare for an inevitable power outage during the upcoming hurricane season, there are options for you so you aren’t left in the dark.

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Remember Hurricane Beryl? This Kingwood family still has a reminder sitting outside their front door

Read full article: Remember Hurricane Beryl? This Kingwood family still has a reminder sitting outside their front door

It’s been more than nine months since Hurricane Beryl left Houston’s street lined with debris for weeks, even months.

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After the hurricane: A new study reveals Houston’s silent danger

Read full article: After the hurricane: A new study reveals Houston’s silent danger

Power outages pose a deadly risk to Houston’s elderly population

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CenterPoint Energy prepares for wildfire risk in Greater Houston

Read full article: CenterPoint Energy prepares for wildfire risk in Greater Houston

A Red Flag Warning is in effect in Greater Houston until 9 p.m. Saturday due to high wildfire risk conditions such as strong winds and low humidity.

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Ask Amy: How long do insurance companies have to approve or deny claims?

Read full article: Ask Amy: How long do insurance companies have to approve or deny claims?

Months after Hurricane Beryl, many people are still dealing with insurance claims. Despite repairs being completed, insurance companies have yet to decide on payouts. What can you do?

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🤔 Too good to be true? Signs popping up promise free generator from government

Read full article: 🤔 Too good to be true? Signs popping up promise free generator from government

Would you like a free backup generator for your home? Sounds like a great deal, right? Or is it really though?

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Homeowner battles insurance company for months over roof damage from Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: Homeowner battles insurance company for months over roof damage from Hurricane Beryl

Amy Voltz, a homeowner from Spring, faced a prolonged dispute with State Farm to repair her roof damaged by Hurricane Beryl.

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Spring homeowner with roof damage from Hurricane Beryl finally getting help after contacting KPRC 2

Read full article: Spring homeowner with roof damage from Hurricane Beryl finally getting help after contacting KPRC 2

A homeowner is battling State Farm for coverage to replace her roof, severely damaged by Hurricane Beryl. Despite paying premiums for nearly 40 years, she's facing delays and lowball estimates as they say the insurer refuses to cover the full cost of repairs.

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After Hurricane Beryl, Texas lawmakers push for generators at senior living facilities

Read full article: After Hurricane Beryl, Texas lawmakers push for generators at senior living facilities

After failed attempts in 2021 and 2023, southeast Texas lawmakers have filed bills to require generators in nursing homes and assisted living centers.

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CenterPoint Energy settles rate case, will lower power costs for customers

Read full article: CenterPoint Energy settles rate case, will lower power costs for customers

Houston’s main electrical company backed off plans to raise rates after facing sharp criticism for its response to massive power outages after Hurricane Beryl.

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Texas Legislature faces flurry of proposals in 89th session, including immigration, education, and electric grid

Read full article: Texas Legislature faces flurry of proposals in 89th session, including immigration, education, and electric grid

As the Texas legislature kicks off the 89th session, lawmakers have introduced more than 2,400 bills across both the House and Senate. There was a flurry of bills filed November 12, 2024, the first day lawmakers could file.

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Beloved Bellaire officer dies after Hurricane Beryl accident

Read full article: Beloved Bellaire officer dies after Hurricane Beryl accident

Officer Mark Herman of the Bellaire Police Department passed away from complications after an accident at home during Hurricane Beryl cleanup.

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It’s finally over: An overview of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

Read full article: It’s finally over: An overview of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

The Atlantic hurricane season came to an end on Nov. 30.

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Hurricane Beryl aftermath: Rat infestation destroys toys for Freeport Police Department’s Blue Santa Program

Read full article: Hurricane Beryl aftermath: Rat infestation destroys toys for Freeport Police Department’s Blue Santa Program

The Freeport Police Department Charitable Organization is urgently calling on the community for help after a rat infestation, exacerbated by Hurricane Beryl, destroyed the inventory for its Blue Santa Toy Store.

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Texas PUC releases report on CenterPoint’s response to Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: Texas PUC releases report on CenterPoint’s response to Hurricane Beryl

The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUC) has released its report on CenterPoint Energy’s response to Hurricane Beryl.

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The silent threat targeting your home and family

Read full article: The silent threat targeting your home and family

Could your home be taken without you knowing? After Hurricane Beryl, a hidden threat is putting families at risk of losing everything they’ve worked for.

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Audit for major U.S. energy company CenterPoint after accusations it’s overcharging customers $100M a year

Read full article: Audit for major U.S. energy company CenterPoint after accusations it’s overcharging customers $100M a year

“We can look at how they evaluate customer needs for where the mobile generation needs to go, including looking at their emergency operation plan and how it deals with this,” PUC Chairman Thomas Gleeson said.

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‘I hope that this serves as a warning:’ Harris Co. reaches $50K settlement reached in second price gouging lawsuit

Read full article: ‘I hope that this serves as a warning:’ Harris Co. reaches $50K settlement reached in second price gouging lawsuit

"We received over 250 complaints of price gouging in the days after the storm," Attorney Christian Menefee said. "I hope that this serves as a warning for the future that this kind of behavior will not be tolerated here in Harris County.”

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Audit approved to learn how CenterPoint Energy is spending ratepayers' money

Read full article: Audit approved to learn how CenterPoint Energy is spending ratepayers' money

PUC approves audit after accusations of overcharging and overspending

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Surfside Beach struggling to pay overdue $400,000 water bill

Read full article: Surfside Beach struggling to pay overdue $400,000 water bill

Surfside Beach faces a 90-day deadline from Freeport to settle a $400,000 overdue water bill, a debt compounded by Hurricane Beryl's costly recovery efforts

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Harris County updates fire codes in wake of Hurricane Beryl, launches fire safety campaign ahead of holidays

Read full article: Harris County updates fire codes in wake of Hurricane Beryl, launches fire safety campaign ahead of holidays

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo will discuss Tuesday the county updating fire codes in the wake of Hurricane Beryl, including emergency preparedness measures for our senior citizen community.

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How a hurricane could lead to a Christmas tree shortage

Read full article: How a hurricane could lead to a Christmas tree shortage

There’s a chance that you might have a tough time getting your hands on a real tree - and Mother Nature is to blame.

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Heights woman believes CenterPoint might be ignoring state rules with utility pole installation

Read full article: Heights woman believes CenterPoint might be ignoring state rules with utility pole installation

As CenterPoint Energy continues to work on upgrading its infrastructure after the fallout of its Hurricane Beryl response, one Houston-area woman is worried the energy company might be cutting corners.

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Dangers of driving in the rain as scattered storms return after mostly dry October

Read full article: Dangers of driving in the rain as scattered storms return after mostly dry October

After more than a month of dry weather, we finally have some rainfall in Southeast Texas! We have a lot of moisture in our atmosphere (thanks, SE winds) so when it rains, it POURS!

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CenterPoint releases independent third-party review of company’s Hurricane Beryl response

Read full article: CenterPoint releases independent third-party review of company’s Hurricane Beryl response

CenterPoint Energy has released the findings of an independent report that was conducted on the company’s response to Hurricane Beryl in July.

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SW Houston resident says city not helping after workers damaged sidewalk picking up Hurricane Beryl debris

Read full article: SW Houston resident says city not helping after workers damaged sidewalk picking up Hurricane Beryl debris

Patrick Cole reached out to KPRC 2's help desk saying he is fed up with the city’s response to what he claims is their own mistake.

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Hurricane Beryl left this power pole leaning toward homes. KPRC 2 got CenterPoint to fix it... except... well... look

Read full article: Hurricane Beryl left this power pole leaning toward homes. KPRC 2 got CenterPoint to fix it... except... well... look

For the last three months, the people who live near a leaning power pole have been calling and calling and calling for help.

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Hurricane Beryl left this power pole leaning towards homes. Residents call KPRC 2 to straighten problem

Read full article: Hurricane Beryl left this power pole leaning towards homes. Residents call KPRC 2 to straighten problem

For the last three months, the people who live near a leaning power pole have been calling and calling and calling for help.

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ASK 2: What should I do if my power pole has a problem?

Read full article: ASK 2: What should I do if my power pole has a problem?

The May derecho and Hurricane Beryl both packed powerful winds that left utility poles all across Southeast Texas leaning or even blown over.

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TODAY is the last day to apply for FEMA aid for Hurricane Beryl losses

Read full article: TODAY is the last day to apply for FEMA aid for Hurricane Beryl losses

Thursday is the deadline to apply for the aid.

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Gov. Abbott to give Texas $50M for Hurricane Beryl, Derecho cleanup

Read full article: Gov. Abbott to give Texas $50M for Hurricane Beryl, Derecho cleanup

Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $50 million emergency fund to help Texans recover from the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl and the Derecho storm.

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Houston-area gas station ordered to pay $50K penalty for price gouging during Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: Houston-area gas station ordered to pay $50K penalty for price gouging during Hurricane Beryl

A Houston-area gas station has been ordered to pay a $50,000 penalty for price gouging while many Houstonians were vulnerable during the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

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Houstonians sound off about CenterPoint Energy outages, rates and more

Read full article: Houstonians sound off about CenterPoint Energy outages, rates and more

This is the opportunity for the community to weigh in on how well CenterPoint Energy handled the Hurricane Beryl crisis. Feedback may also influence future electric rates.

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‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apology

Read full article: ‘Forgiveness is a hard thing’: Woman who lost sister during Beryl outage reacts to CenterPoint CEO’s apology

On Thursday, KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding spoke with Jason Wells, the CEO of CenterPoint Energy. This was Wells’ first interview with a TV news station since the aftermaths of the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl.

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‘I just... I’m so deeply sorry’: CenterPoint’s CEO Jason Wells’ raw reaction of power outage victim losing her sister

Read full article: ‘I just... I’m so deeply sorry’: CenterPoint’s CEO Jason Wells’ raw reaction of power outage victim losing her sister

During an exclusive interview with CenterPoint Energy’s CEO Jason Wells, KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding showed him a video of a woman who watched her sister gasp for air as she struggled to breathe during the massive power outage.

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KPRC 2′s exclusive interview with CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells

Read full article: KPRC 2′s exclusive interview with CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells

CenterPoint Energy CEO Jason Wells spoke with KPRC 2 in the first interview since Houston’s double whammy of natural disasters: a derecho in May and Hurricane Beryl in July. Click this story for the FULL transcripted interview.

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‘I’m determined to be better’: CenterPoint CEO talks failures and future in first TV interview since natural disasters

Read full article: ‘I’m determined to be better’: CenterPoint CEO talks failures and future in first TV interview since natural disasters

This is the first TV interview CenterPoint CEO Jason Wells has done since the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl earlier this year.

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EXCLUSIVE: CenterPoint CEO Jason Wells answers KPRC 2 questions in first TV interview since derecho, Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: EXCLUSIVE: CenterPoint CEO Jason Wells answers KPRC 2 questions in first TV interview since derecho, Hurricane Beryl

Just days before Houstonians will be able to share their honest thoughts about CenterPoint Energy with the Texas Public Utilities Commission, the company’s top man has agreed to interview exclusively with KPRC 2′s Gage Goulding.

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Cutting edge AI helping CenterPoint track trees that need trimmed

Read full article: Cutting edge AI helping CenterPoint track trees that need trimmed

A new AI (artificial intelligence) technology is helping CenterPoint Energy manage which trees need to be trimmed and when.

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What do you really think of power outages and electric rate increases? Now is your chance to sound off

Read full article: What do you really think of power outages and electric rate increases? Now is your chance to sound off

Nearly three months after Hurricane Beryl left more than two million CenterPoint Energy customers in the dark, the Public Utility Commission (PUC) wants to hear directly from Houston residents.

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Months long battle to fix cluster mailboxes leaves deliveries disrupted in Pecan Grove neighborhood

Read full article: Months long battle to fix cluster mailboxes leaves deliveries disrupted in Pecan Grove neighborhood

It’s been nearly three months since Hurricane Beryl and the same amount of time people in one Pecan Grove community say they’ve had their mail delivery service disrupted.

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Buddhist temple in Houston heavily damaged in storm, now rebuild is underway

Read full article: Buddhist temple in Houston heavily damaged in storm, now rebuild is underway

On Sept. 6, the entire roofing structure came crashing down destroying much of what was inside this place of worship and peace.

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‘Somebody cared’: Anonymous donor gives $1,000 to New Caney family homeless after derecho, Beryl, left RV unlivable

Read full article: ‘Somebody cared’: Anonymous donor gives $1,000 to New Caney family homeless after derecho, Beryl, left RV unlivable

A New Caney couple that became homeless after the derecho is breathing a sigh of relief.

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NRG Stadium to be fully ready for Texans’ weekend home game against Jaguars after panel repairs

Read full article: NRG Stadium to be fully ready for Texans’ weekend home game against Jaguars after panel repairs

Texans stadium was damaged by Hurricane Beryl

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Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the storm’s impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2

Read full article: Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the storm’s impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2

From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - here’s how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.

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CenterPoint holds Open House in Fifth Ward to hear customer feedback about Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: CenterPoint holds Open House in Fifth Ward to hear customer feedback about Hurricane Beryl

"We have heard the calls for change, and we are taking action now."

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‘It’s a violating experience:’ Man caught on camera stealing generator near Memorial Park neighborhood

Read full article: ‘It’s a violating experience:’ Man caught on camera stealing generator near Memorial Park neighborhood

A homeowner tells KPRC 2 he was outside fixing his broken fence when he noticed something was not right. Oil bottles were scattered everywhere and his brand-new generator sitting in his garage was gone.

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Texas PUC delays decision again on CenterPoint Energy’s rates on electric bills

Read full article: Texas PUC delays decision again on CenterPoint Energy’s rates on electric bills

The Texas Public Utility Commission has yet again delayed a decision on CenterPoint Energy’s rates that we all pay on our electric bills.

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How you can help victims of Hurricane Francine from Houston

Read full article: How you can help victims of Hurricane Francine from Houston

The Houston Food Bank is standing by to assist their food bank network in Louisiana.

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Houston and Harris County face budget strains: property tax increases and potential cuts on the horizon

Read full article: Houston and Harris County face budget strains: property tax increases and potential cuts on the horizon

Houston is preparing possibly dealing with budget challenges in the next fiscal year due to the expenses from the May derecho and Hurricane Beryl, totaling $39.9M, without federal assistance.

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Deadline for Houston area victims to apply for FEMA help after Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: Deadline for Houston area victims to apply for FEMA help after Hurricane Beryl

Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl have until October 10 to apply for FEMA assistance.

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North Houston homeowner still waiting on CenterPoint after tree falls on powerline during Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: North Houston homeowner still waiting on CenterPoint after tree falls on powerline during Hurricane Beryl

A north Houston homeowner says he called CenterPoint Energy almost weekly -- trying to get them to remove limbs that fell on a power line in July when Hurricane Beryl hit the area.

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Public workshop to discuss CenterPoint Energy in Houston

Read full article: Public workshop to discuss CenterPoint Energy in Houston

You may have an opinion about the recent power outages after Hurricane Beryl or rate increases – now is your chance to have your voice heard. The Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) is coming to Houston for a public workshop on Saturday, October 5th, at 9 AM.

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CenterPoint says they are watching, preparing for potential tropical system in the Gulf

Read full article: CenterPoint says they are watching, preparing for potential tropical system in the Gulf

CenterPoint Energy says they are monitoring weather forecasts and are preparing for potential impacts from the system in the Gulf of Mexico later this week.

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Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the storm’s impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2

Read full article: Tracking the tropics: Stay ahead of the storm’s impact in the Houston area with these tools from KPRC 2

From weather watches and warnings to hour-by-hour forecasts, road conditions and the preparations you should make at your home or office - here’s how KPRC 2 can help your family stay safe as Beryl closes in on the Houston area.

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Jamaica's female farmers rebuild after Hurricane Beryl through women-led cash voucher program

Read full article: Jamaica's female farmers rebuild after Hurricane Beryl through women-led cash voucher program

More than two months after Hurricane Beryl, the strongest July Atlantic hurricane on record, some farmers in Jamaica are still unable to restore their crops and repair their homes.

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Progressive stops offering new home insurance policies in Texas

Read full article: Progressive stops offering new home insurance policies in Texas

It’s a move that seems to benefit the insurance giant, but the realtor who spoke to KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke expects it to have a major impact on the local buyers’ market.

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Work begins to repair roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium

Read full article: Work begins to repair roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium

Officials at NRG Park confirm to KPRC 2 work has begun to repair one of two roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium.

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Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl may qualify for FEMA help to repair, replace vehicle

Read full article: Texans affected by Hurricane Beryl may qualify for FEMA help to repair, replace vehicle

Hurricane Beryl affected a large amount of Texans when it made landfall back in July.

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Montgomery County woman denied insurance claim after Hurricane Beryl causes mold damage

Read full article: Montgomery County woman denied insurance claim after Hurricane Beryl causes mold damage

A Montgomery County woman discovered mold damage in her storage unit after a power outage caused by Hurricane Beryl.

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How to know if you’re eligible for FEMA assistance for vehicular damage from Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: How to know if you’re eligible for FEMA assistance for vehicular damage from Hurricane Beryl

Was your car damaged or destroyed during Hurricane Beryl? If so, you may be eligible for FEMA relief on expenses not covered by insurance.

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Family upset after items in storage unit get covered in mold after AC goes out near Magnolia

Read full article: Family upset after items in storage unit get covered in mold after AC goes out near Magnolia

A family is upset after they say their items inside what was supposed to be a climate-controlled storage unit in Montgomery County became covered in mold.

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Heads up, Houston: Tomorrow is the last day you can apply for property tax relief from May storms

Read full article: Heads up, Houston: Tomorrow is the last day you can apply for property tax relief from May storms

If your home suffered damage during May’s tornado or derecho, an important deadline is coming up Tuesday.

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Repair update: NRG Stadium roof panels on track to be fixed by Sept. 29

Read full article: Repair update: NRG Stadium roof panels on track to be fixed by Sept. 29

Stadium expected to be fully repaired by Sep. 29

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Officials lay out timeline for repair of roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium

Read full article: Officials lay out timeline for repair of roof panels damaged by Hurricane Beryl at NRG Stadium

Hurricane Beryl led to two roof panels being damaged at NRG Stadium. Officials are now laying out a timeline of when the work will be done to repair those panels.

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‘It was unbearable’: Woman recounts day sister dies from hyperthermia due to power outage from Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: ‘It was unbearable’: Woman recounts day sister dies from hyperthermia due to power outage from Hurricane Beryl

The Harris County Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that two more deaths are linked to Hurricane Beryl.

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READ PLEASE: 3 important deadlines for derecho and Beryl storm victims

Read full article: READ PLEASE: 3 important deadlines for derecho and Beryl storm victims

Deadlines for property tax relief and unemployment assistance.

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The Restoration Team: Providing safe housing for Houstonians in need

Read full article: The Restoration Team: Providing safe housing for Houstonians in need

The Restoration Team is dedicated to ensuring that every Houstonian has access to safe, sanitary, and secure housing. KPRC 2, along with community partners Energy Transfer, Houston Christian University, and Exclusive Furniture, joined forces to help Vicki Fowler, a Houston high school teacher whose house was severely damaged by Hurricane Beryl.

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‘Yeah, she told a big fat lie’: FEMA relief not sufficient to cover roof, mold damage to New Caney home

Read full article: ‘Yeah, she told a big fat lie’: FEMA relief not sufficient to cover roof, mold damage to New Caney home

A New Caney family thought that they were finally getting relief after their home was destroyed by Hurricane Beryl. Now, they’re realizing that their relief might not be sufficient.

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Ask Amy: Who picks up utility poles and wires left after Hurricane Beryl cleanup?

Read full article: Ask Amy: Who picks up utility poles and wires left after Hurricane Beryl cleanup?

Who is responsible for picking up utility mess debris left behind? KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis works to find answers to your questions.

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Houston family in need of FEMA assistance kicked out of hotel due to ‘computer error’

Read full article: Houston family in need of FEMA assistance kicked out of hotel due to ‘computer error’

A family tells KPRC 2 they were forced out of their hotel room when they were told their FEMA checks bounced, despite being told they could stay until September 8.

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‘It should’ve been done a long time ago’: Viewers get help for tree debris piling up since Derecho

Read full article: ‘It should’ve been done a long time ago’: Viewers get help for tree debris piling up since Derecho

Tonight, we have a follow-up to a story we first brought you earlier this week involving a massive pile of tree debris that had been lingering outside of a Garden Oaks home for around seven weeks following Hurricane Beryl.

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NRG Stadium, damaged by Hurricane Beryl, has hot conditions in uncovered areas, fans should plan accordingly

Read full article: NRG Stadium, damaged by Hurricane Beryl, has hot conditions in uncovered areas, fans should plan accordingly

Temperature conditions at a portion of NRG Stadium seating remains a fluid situation while the home of the Texans is still in need of repair from damage caused by Hurricane Beryl that ripped off multiple panels on the roof during the Category 1 storm.

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Houston families turning to KPRC 2 for help in picking up delayed storm debris

Read full article: Houston families turning to KPRC 2 for help in picking up delayed storm debris

On Wednesday, KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke spoke to a family in the Garden Oaks neighborhood of northwest Harris County, who was still dealing with a huge debris pile from Hurricane Beryl—more than 40 days after the tropical storm hit the Houston area.

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Decaying debris pile removed, impacted family thanks KPRC 2 for bringing attention to issue

Read full article: Decaying debris pile removed, impacted family thanks KPRC 2 for bringing attention to issue

On Wednesday, KPRC 2′s Deven Clarke spoke to a family in the Garden Oaks neighborhood of northwest Harris County, who was still dealing with a huge debris pile from Hurricane Beryl—more than 40 days after the tropical storm hit the Houston area.

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Months-old debris collected at Houston school after KPRC 2 reaches out to city’s waste management

Read full article: Months-old debris collected at Houston school after KPRC 2 reaches out to city’s waste management

More than a month and a half later since Hurricane Beryl, and three months since the May’s derecho, piles of storm debris continue to line Houston neighborhoods.

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‘It does not look very comforting’: Students concerned about piece of utility pole hanging above busy intersection

Read full article: ‘It does not look very comforting’: Students concerned about piece of utility pole hanging above busy intersection

Hundreds of students walk underneath this power pole every day

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CenterPoint Energy highlights tree planting initiative to help restore public’s trust after Hurricane Beryl outages

Read full article: CenterPoint Energy highlights tree planting initiative to help restore public’s trust after Hurricane Beryl outages

After widespread of criticism over power outages during Hurricane Beryl, CenterPoint Energy is working to restore it’s image.

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FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County for those impacted by Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County for those impacted by Hurricane Beryl

A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Harris County, to help residents impacted by Hurricane Beryl and any storms/flooding from April 26 through June 5.

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Post-Beryl debris piles now decaying, causing issues for families and school kids diverted into busy street, viewers say

Read full article: Post-Beryl debris piles now decaying, causing issues for families and school kids diverted into busy street, viewers say

It has been more than 40 days since Hurricane Beryl tore down trees throughout the Houston area, leading to huge piles of debris being left outside many homes.

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DANGLING DANGER: Chunk of utility pole replaced by CenterPoint Energy left dangling on new pole

Read full article: DANGLING DANGER: Chunk of utility pole replaced by CenterPoint Energy left dangling on new pole

CenterPoint Energy continues to repair its infrastructure from a double punch of the May derecho followed by Hurricane Beryl. But their work is turning some heads in the process.

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Why CenterPoint Energy is accused of overcharging customers for years

Read full article: Why CenterPoint Energy is accused of overcharging customers for years

A judge has denied CenterPoint Energy’s request to dismiss their rate review. The company must now return to the table with city leaders to negotiate new rates that we all pay on our electric bill. Investigative reporter Amy Davis explains why CenterPoint is accused of overcharging all of us for years.

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Lawsuit filed against 2 Harris County gas stations over price gouging during Hurricane Beryl

Read full article: Lawsuit filed against 2 Harris County gas stations over price gouging during Hurricane Beryl

Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee announced a lawsuit has been filed against two gas stations, accused of price gouging during the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.

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Roof damage caused by Hurricane Beryl makes fans VERY HOT at NRG Stadium during Saturday’s Texans v. Giants game🥵🏈

Read full article: Roof damage caused by Hurricane Beryl makes fans VERY HOT at NRG Stadium during Saturday’s Texans v. Giants game🥵🏈

Fans filled the stadium for one of the first times this season and said the energy from the crowd was so HOT, it was through the roof - literally.

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Hot and hard work: A day in the life of a lineworker in Houston

Read full article: Hot and hard work: A day in the life of a lineworker in Houston

The saying “It takes an army to build something great” couldn’t be a better fit for the work being done to strengthen the CenterPoint Energy infrastructure.

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NRG Stadium, although still on the mend after Hurricane Beryl damage, ready to host Texans’ games

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Texans' stadium to host first game of season Saturday against New York Giants

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Houston, do we have a power problem?

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This year alone, some Houstonians were left without power and air conditioning for days on end not once, but twice. First with the May derecho and then again in July with Hurricane Beryl.

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CenterPoint Energy to hold 16 open house events for customer feedback across Houston area

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CenterPoint Energy will be holding 16 open house events across the Houston area to elicit customer feedback on the company’s response to Hurricane Beryl as well as what the company can do better in future storm events.

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What work has CenterPoint Energy completed since launching its resiliency initiative?

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As part of its August 15 deadline, CenterPoint took to social media touting its success saying it installed 640 stronger, more storm-resilient poles and trimmed/removed higher-risk vegetation from more than 900 power line miles.

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Ask Amy: Can employers force you to use PTO for time they were closed/without power due to Hurricane Beryl?

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Natural disasters like floods and hurricanes always raise questions about jobs and your paycheck. What if you can’t get to work safely? Will you be paid if your office is closed?

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CenterPoint is fighting efforts by Houston and other cities for mandatory rate review

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CenterPoint Energy has asked a judge to dismiss its mandatory rate review that was already pending before Hurricane Beryl.

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Hurricane, fire, or flood…Here is how to prepare for the next disaster in Houston

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It has been nearly 6 weeks since Hurricane Beryl and many Houstonians are still cleaning up the mess. Local business frontier services have been on the frontline helping people after disaster strikes.

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Got an opinion on CenterPoint’s response to Hurricane Beryl? Take this survey and tell them

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CenterPoint Energy is being investigated by the state and also answering to the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) for its response to the historic number of power outages in the Houston area from Hurricane Beryl.

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FEMA’s Disaster Fund has run out of money for 2nd year in a row🥴 Here’s who can still get help after Hurricane Beryl

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The Disaster Fund has been depleted again, delaying aid for Hurricane Beryl victims. #FEMAFunding #HurricaneBeryl #DisasterRelief

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‘We’re overlooked and left behind’: Houston ISD families fed up with debris around schools

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Schools across Houston ISD are dealing with high grass and fallen trees as students head back to school.

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‘We are finally going to get some help’: KPRC 2 helps mom with 11 kids get FEMA assistance

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"Thank you all for taking the time out for our family"

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