Living along the Trinity River and Lake Livingston comes with the potential for flooding.

One of the biggest threats we continue to see with these thunderstorms is lightning. But what exactly is lightning, and how does it form?

🌧️ Pop-up storms in Houston! Share your weather wonders with us on Click2Pins. Snap a pic, drop a pin, and let's track these storms together.

This storm is expected to be very short-lived. It is currently moving to the northeast at around 10-20 mph into much cooler waters.

The storms have cleared out of Southeast Texas, but CenterPoint and Entergy crews are still working to restore power to thousands of customers across the area. You can track real-time outage numbers and restoration updates below.

The National Weather Service has confirmed two tornados touched down in Wharton County in Thursday’s early morning storms.

In 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.

Inside the University of Miami's SUSTAIN Laboratory, scientists are creating Category 5 hurricanes on demand in the world's largest hurricane simulator, leading to breakthrough discoveries about deadly storm surge that could revolutionize how coastal cities protect themselves against increasingly powerful storms.

Houston is growing, we’ve seen the numbers... and the traffic!

Read below to make sure you're ready for our hurricane season

Commissioner 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.

The storms have cleared out of Southeast Texas, but CenterPoint and Entergy crews are still working to restore power to thousands of customers across the area. You can track real-time outage numbers and restoration updates below.

Here’s a list of locations and intersections to avoid when severe weather moves through the Houston area.

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.

Investigators said the man had to be extricated from his Dodge Challenger after hitting a puddle of water, causing him to lose control and smash into a tree.

Severe storms in Southeast Texas have led to power outages, impacting thousands.

While the thunder and lightning served as an alarm clock for some Houston area residents, homeowners in northwest Harris County were startled by a tree crashing through their roof.

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

For Houstonians, the derecho in May 2024 was start of a long summer of storms. But for researchers, it was the storm they’d been waiting for the chance to study.

On Saturday, CenterPoint Energy is sponsoring what is said to be “the largest hurricane preparedness event in Texas” with a safety expo at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

One year ago, May 16, 2024, is a day Houstonians will never forget.

As we reach the one-year mark from the 2024 Houston derecho, many Houstonians have already turned the page from the storm that caught one of the nation’s largest cities off guard.

This Friday marks one year since the 2024 Houston derecho.

With the summer heatwave coming in hot (no pun intended), ERCOT is expecting peak demand for residents looking to cool off. Its dashboard forecasts to shatter last year's records and potentially threaten the all-time demand record.

A new study shows only 8% of Houstonians are adequately prepared for weather disasters

It’s not just that hail is possible; Tuesday’s storms could once again bring severe hail.

Learn how to protect your property during severe weather and hurricanes in Houston.

On a day where the Greater Houston area is expecting severe weather, dozens of Xfinity customers are reporting multiple outages.

The Storm Prediction Center upgraded our severe threat for Friday afternoon into Saturday morning as storms are likely to fire up as we kick off the weekend.

Preparing now for potential power outages ahead of the next storm can reduce the risk of being stranded without food, water, or power for days.

Severe weather is possible Wednesday and Thursday this week in SE Texas. Here's what you need to know.

These storms could produce large hail (nickel-sized) damaging winds (over 65 mph), and a slight tornado risk.

The National Weather Service will resume translating its products for non-English speakers.

A few high-water locations are being reported on some Houston area roads due to heavy storms moving across southeast Texas.

Regardless of where you live or how much rain you get, it’s always important to stay safe, especially while on the roads.

Stay updated with the latest weather alerts, including wind advisories and temperature forecasts from KPRC's meteorologist Justin Stapleton.

Low severe weather threat north of Houston Wednesday

Stay informed with KPRC 2's detailed forecast covering upcoming severe weather, windy conditions, and temperature changes.

The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning from 1 p.m. - 7 p.m. Thursday due to what they described as "fire weather conditions across SE Texas"

Houston will most likely stay high and dry Wednesday, but to our north, there is a chance for a few storms that could be severe Wednesday evening.

The Houston Rodeo is no stranger to strong storms. Last year in 2024, attendees were forced to scramble for safety as hail and damaging winds moved through the area.

Your weather team is tracking several weather threats in the Houston area

A strong cold front will usher in a new Arctic front after strong to slightly severe storms possible late Tuesday. We will be tracking them as they move across the area on Tuesday.

It’s never too early to start thinking about hurricane season, at least that’s how KPRC 2's Chief Meteorologist Anthony Yanez sees it.

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

Flight delays are possible at Bush Intercontinental Airport and Houston William P. Hobby Airport due to severe thunderstorms in the Houston area.

We’re expecting a lot of rain on Tuesday, and a flood watch has been issued for parts of Southeast Texas including Harris county.

CenterPoint and Entergy are preparing to manage power outages in the Greater Houston area due to a winter storm.

Rescued Pets Movement is reaching out to Houstonians who are willing to open up their homes to pets this week during the winter storms.

Workers are scheduled to begin the cleanup process on Monday, residents in Brazoria County are expected to help streamline efforts by separating the debris and placing it in the proper location.

80,000 people are expected for the Cotton Bowl on Friday. So what does this mean if you’re one of those people? And what about the dangerous driving conditions?

“These kinds of temperatures don’t lead to levels of demand that are particularly difficult to meet,” energy expert Doug Lewin explained

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency response resources ahead of the cold temperatures anticipated across Texas this week.

Students at Walt Disney Elementary were surprised by a visit from Houston Texans' Toro and cheerleaders as Alvin ISD works to rebuild their campus.

Investigators say a man's body was found directly in front of a bus shelter due to the cold weather. It's unclear how long he was there.

As 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.

Stay informed about the upcoming severe weather risk and drastic temperature drops with meteorologist Brittany Begley's updated forecast.

Temperatures swing from above average to below average in 24 hours

It's understandable to feel some way when we hear there's an Arctic front coming to Houston. But the KPRC 2 Weather Team is confident it won't be a repeat of Winter Storm Uri.

Let’s clear something up; despite the buzz on social media, this is not pipe-bursting cold for Houston.

Let’s clear something up; despite the buzz on social media, this is not pipe-bursting cold for Houston.

Some neighborhoods have sirens for residents to shelter in place during chemical emergencies. But shouldn't a shelter-in-place emergency be treated as such regardless of the emergency?

Montgomery County Judge, Mark Keough, posted on social media saying he signed a local disaster declaration after an EF-3 tornado hit east Montgomery County on Saturday.

Days after a tornado tore through the area on Saturday, the community of Porter is grappling with the aftermath.

Southeast Texas saw two tornado outbreaks in one week. Nine tornadoes were confirmed—five touchdowns on December 26th and another six on December 28th.

KPRC 2 is giving you a closer look at the series of tornadoes that ripped through the Houston area.

Nearly 4,000 customers on the Bolivar Peninsula are still without power after Saturday's severe weather.

Stafnie said her wife had just left to grab food from their house. Seconds later, the tornado touched down.

“While this news breaks our hearts, we are incredibly thankful that all children and staff were safe and not on campus during the storm,” Alvin ISD officials said. "As we work toward recovery, we are asking for your support."

Major delays at Bush Intercontinental Airport leaves many travelers stranded.

A powerful tornado tore through North Katy's Windward community, leaving homes destroyed and vehicles overturned, but miraculously, no injuries were reported as residents recount their close encounters with the storm.

Friday is calm, but we have yet another chance for a few severe storms on Saturday.

The National Weather Service confirms that an EF-1 tornado briefly touched down in Southwest Houston during a rash of tornadoes across Texas on Thursday.

Insane video shows the driver climbing out of the car where dozens of tornadoes were reported across southeast Texas.

Amid an insane year of natural disasters in Texas, dozens of tornadoes were reported the day after Christmas. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.

Strong storms left damage behind in Liberty County Thursday.

Viewers have submitted video of another apparent tornado as it crossed over Lake Houston as a waterspout Thursday.

An apparent tornado was spotted in Wharton County near El Campo Thursday.

“We’re continuing to monitor the line of storms and threat of severe weather expected in the Greater Houston area overnight on Christmas Eve," CenterPoint Energy Meteorology Manager Matt Lanza said in a statement.

The two days we are watching for the potential of some stronger storms will be overnight Christmas Eve into Christmas morning and possibly again on Thursday.

Hope you've been enjoying the sunshine, but it'll be a good idea for you to keep the umbrella handy!

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!

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!

Thanks to a high-pressure system, the temperatures will be in the upper 80s for the rest of the week.

Terri Hackl with OnPoint Rescue said the devastation in Eastern Tennessee is staggering. They're in need of critical supplies to help the communities without shelter as temperatures drop at night. Here's how you can help.

All eyes remain on Florida and Texas is maintaining its commitment to step in and assist our neighbors as the monstrous Hurricane Milton brought a deadly storm surge and strong winds to the area.

Terri Hackl with OnPoint Rescue said the devastation is particularly severe and the local communities are struggling to recover. Coupled with overnight temperatures dipping into the 30s in many spots, the demand for kerosene and heaters has grown urgent, with many residents forced to sleep outside without adequate shelter.

The monster Category 5 hurricane is expected to make landfall overnight or- into Thursday morning somewhere along Florida’s Gulf Coast. First responders from Houston are also there, ready to help.

“Our country is stronger when we come together in times of crisis, and Texas is immediately deploying additional support to help our fellow Americans as Florida braces for this major hurricane,” Governor Abbott said in a statement.

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.

Houston rapper and philanthropist, Trae Tha Truth went out to assist in the damage residents suffered by Hurricane Helene. He joined KPRC 2 News Today to explain what he was seeing and how his team at Relief Gang were helping residents in need.

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

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.

As Florida residents brace themselves for Hurricane Helene, which is expected to strengthen into a destructive storm, CenterPoint Energy says it's deploying dozens of internal and contract resources to assist in any emergency responses and recovery efforts.

They’re simply known as ‘Hurricane Hunters,’ but the work done by the men and women of the 403rd Airlift Wing is much more than just a thrilling ride.

Tracking a tropical wave that looks to position itself between the Yucatan and Cuba with a 60% chance of developing in the next 7 days.

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.

Good Samaritan's courage and a hammer save a truck driver who may have been minutes away from drowning.

According to the National Hurricane Center, there is also the possibility of a life-threatening storm surge in portions of coastlines in Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

Galveston Island Beach Patrol has issued a red flag warning due to the approaching Tropical Storm Francine, advising extreme caution for beachgoers.