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.

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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.

"We expect that for Bolivar especially, there might be water coming over the top of [highway] 87," Judge Mark Henry said. "So if that’s going to be inconvenient or certainly life-threatening for you, you might want to relocate for a day or two."

FEMA is monitoring Tropical Storm Francine as it rapidly approaches southeast Texas and portions of Louisiana, bringing heavy rain, flooding and life-threatening storm surge.

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.

The National Weather Center is now monitoring a region off the coast of Texas that has a 10% chance of development in the next two days. This is the same low-pressure system that has been bringing showers and storms for a week. This system will continue to bring the threat of heavy rainfall and flooding to our coastal areas.

The National Weather Center is now monitoring a region off the coast of Texas that has a 10% chance of development in the next two days. This is the same low-pressure system that has been bringing showers and storms for a week. This system will continue to bring the threat of heavy rainfall and flooding to our coastal areas.

Deadlines for property tax relief and unemployment assistance.

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.

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

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.

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.

Multiple classrooms at a Houston Independent School District elementary school reached over 80 degrees on Friday as the district continues to deal with A/C issues at multiple campuses.

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.

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.

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

Everywhere you drive around Houston you can still see tree limbs and branches piled up along streets and curbs. Five weeks have passed since Hurricane Beryl blew through the area taking down thousands of trees. And some of you are asking when the city will finish the job of getting it all cleaned up. Investigator Amy Davis is getting answers.

We’ve heard from many of you who are still waiting for your FEMA checks after Hurricane Beryl left behind damage in our area. FEMA first said it would take up to 10 days for someone to get their funds but many say they are still waiting.

The Harris County Flood Control District has released a report summarizing the impact of Hurricane Beryl across the area.

More than 200 volunteers with The Restoration Team spent 6 months ripping out moldy sheetrock and putting 87-year-old George Tisdale’s home back together. Since the non-profit started after Hurricane Harvey with members of just 4 churches, it has grown. Pulling in and putting people to work from here and across the country.

As promised after Hurricane Beryl's historic number of power outages in the Houston area, CenterPoint debuts its new online tool for reporting and tracking power outages.

Southeast Texas’ rain train has dropped more than 14 inches in The Woodlands and more than 10 inches in Galveston County in the last five days.

After the energy giant faced scrutiny for getting rid of its online outage tracker, CenterPoint Energy says it'll be unveiling a new, online and cloud-based outage tracker as it works to improve communication with customers.

As much of SE Houston remains under flash flooding, many surrounding areas are reporting high-water roadways for drivers to avoid. Turn around. Don't drown.

The PUC is getting ready to launch an online public survey for residents and businesses.