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More Harris Co. residents worry about homes having power outages than flood, wind damage: UH Survey
Read full article: More Harris Co. residents worry about homes having power outages than flood, wind damage: UH Survey69% of Harris County residents are more worried about their homes being without power, compared to 54% of voters concerned about it being flooded, and 44% are worried about high wind damage, according to a survey by the Hobby School.
What are ways meteorologists can measure the wind speeds of tropical systems?
Read full article: What are ways meteorologists can measure the wind speeds of tropical systems?When classifying these storms, the major factor taken into account is the wind. Tropical depressions have winds of less than 38 mph; tropical storms have winds of 39 - 73 mph.
Could we have a lower forecasted Hurricane Season? Here’s what a university study said
Read full article: Could we have a lower forecasted Hurricane Season? Here’s what a university study saidWith the 2025 Hurricane Season in full effect, a university study may put some fears at ease. However, experts remind, "it just takes one hurricane making landfall to make it an active season."
5 unforgettable lessons after Hurricane Beryl, according to KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez
Read full article: 5 unforgettable lessons after Hurricane Beryl, according to KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony YanezOn the anniversary of Hurricane Beryl, KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez wants Houston to remember these five lessons we can’t afford to forget
The case against ending an essential NOAA hurricane satellite
Read full article: The case against ending an essential NOAA hurricane satelliteThe U.S. Department of Defense is planning to discontinue data from one of its satellites—data that plays a critical role in hurricane forecasting. Here’s why KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez says it could set us back.
The case against ending an essential NOAA hurricane satellite
Read full article: The case against ending an essential NOAA hurricane satelliteThe U.S. Department of Defense is planning to discontinue data from one of its satellites—data that plays a critical role in hurricane forecasting. Here’s why KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez says it could set us back.
Areas to watch in the Eastern Gulf, how they will affect Houston?
Read full article: Areas to watch in the Eastern Gulf, how they will affect Houston?Over the past week, we’ve seen a small uptick in tropical activity. Now, over the next seven days, another area in the Eastern Gulf has a slight chance of development
City of Houston unveils drafted disaster recovery action plan for Hurricane Beryl, Derecho
Read full article: City of Houston unveils drafted disaster recovery action plan for Hurricane Beryl, DerechoIn the proposed Action Plan for Disaster Recovery, the City of Houston plans to use half of the $314.6M provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development on addressing infrastructure needs.
How Harris County Precinct 4 is helping residents prepare for 2025 Hurricane Season
Read full article: How Harris County Precinct 4 is helping residents prepare for 2025 Hurricane SeasonCommissioner Lesley Briones is holding a FREE disaster preparedness workshop on Tuesday from 4 - 6 p.m. at the Tracy Gee Community Center on Westcenter Drive in Westchase. Here's how you can sign up.
Why do hurricanes have names?
Read full article: Why do hurricanes have names?One of the most common questions our Chief Meteorologist gets when visiting schools is: “How do hurricanes get their names?” Take a deep dive into the nomenclature history and discover if we could get our first named storm in two weeks.
Prepare for severe weather: needs and wants ahead of the next power outages
Read full article: Prepare for severe weather: needs and wants ahead of the next power outagesPreparing now for potential power outages ahead of the next storm can reduce the risk of being stranded without food, water, or power for days.