Two tornadoes ripped through northwest Harris County just seven days ago. As families try to prepare for the holidays, the devastation remains painfully real and raw.
It’s not often you hear a firefighter tell you they were scared. But that’s exactly what a Cy-Fair Firefighter shared after riding out a tornado in the garage of a home that was just struck by lightning.
Residents of the Colony Creek neighborhood have been working to pick up the pieces after a recent storm caused significant tornado damage in the area.
When an EF-2 tornado tore through Spring on Tuesday, it didn’t just splinter trees and damage homes, but also caused chaos and panic. That’s for us humans, so imagine what the family pets were thinking.
After a tornado damaged homes in neighborhoods across Houston’s northside yesterday, officials are working to help pick up the pieces and provide assistance to communities who are in need.
Residents of the Riata Ranch subdivision in Cypress are assessing widespread damage after a possible tornado struck the area Monday, leaving some families displaced just days before Thanksgiving.
Residents in a Spring neighborhood described the seconds they had to take cover as a tornado barreled through their community.
A fast-moving storm swept through a northwest Harris County neighborhood Monday afternoon, causing significant damage but no reported injuries.
Months of frustration mount for a North Katy homeowner as her tornado-damaged house remains untouched while neighbors’ repairs are complete, highlighting ongoing challenges with insurance claims after natural disasters.
In the wake of St. Louis’s most devastating storm in 60 years, Houston rapper Trae Tha Truth has stepped in with hands on relief. This story highlights the tornado’s widespread destruction, the disproportionate impact on communities, the city’s emergency response and how Trae is offering not just help, but hope.
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.
Students at Walt Disney Elementary were surprised by a visit from Houston Texans' Toro and cheerleaders as Alvin ISD works to rebuild their campus.
In the aftermath of a destructive tornado that demolished Walt Disney Elementary, teachers are diligently preparing a temporary facility to welcome students back after winter break.
Alvin ISD leaders are working tirelessly to ensure that students can return to class next week after an EF-2 tornado caused significant damage to Walt Disney Elementary School.
A business owner whose auto shop and home were heavily damaged during one of Saturday’s tornadoes is showing how he’s rebuilding with the help of friends and family, even though he doesn’t have insurance.
A disaster declaration has been issued for Montgomery County after a powerful EF3 tornado ripped through the area, destroying homes and leaving families devastated. Among the hardest hit is the Martinez family, whose focus remains on the recovery of their mother, who was critically injured and trapped beneath the wreckage of their home.
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.
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."
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.
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.
Amid an insane year of natural disasters in Texas, dozens of tornadoes were reported the day after Christmas. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
Although he retired earlier this year, former KPRC 2 Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley is still being recognized for his commitment to Houston and keeping the public safe and informed through the most intense storms.
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.
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.
If your home suffered damage during May’s tornado or derecho, an important deadline is coming up Tuesday.
The National Weather Service has determined that an EF-1 tornado was the cause that damaged several homes in a Cypress area neighborhood in May.
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 Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down near Bellville, Texas, during Tropical Storm Alberto. With winds reaching 100mph, the tornado uprooted trees, damaged homes, and tore off a business's metal roof. Remember, if you're under a tornado warning, seek shelter in an interior room away from windows. Stay safe, everyone!
As many Houstonians transition from cleaning up to rebuilding their communities after last week’s storms, it’s a good time to make sure your home is protected from natural disasters before they strike.
If there’s one word to describe what happened in the Bridgeland neighborhood on Thursday, it would be - destruction.
Two of the victims were crushed, one by a falling tree and another by a falling crane.
The National Weather Service has confirmed a tornado touchdown Thursday evening in the Cypress area.
While Frank Billingsley’s forecasts during floods and hurricanes are what many of us will remember when he retires next month, he says the memory that impacted him the most is tied to a tornado in 1992.
After a tornado produced damaged and left two people injured in Trinity County Sunday night, County Judge Danny Martin has signed a disaster declaration for the county.
Over the years, KPRC 2 has provided information on how to file a claim related to hurricane, tornado, flood and freeze damage. The severe thunderstorms and tornado that hit the Houston area Wednesday will once again have people cleaning up and making calls to insurance companies.
Lt John "Jimmy" Waller has been with Conroe's police force for 22 years. Friends are trying to help with his recovery.
Over the years, KPRC 2 has provided information on how to file a claim related to hurricane, tornado, flood and freeze damage. The severe thunderstorms and tornado that hit the Houston area Wednesday will once again have people cleaning up and making calls to insurance companies.
When a EF-3 tornado tore through Harris County one year ago on January 24, 2023, the Pasadena Animal Shelter wasn’t spared any of the damage.
The Houston area is seeing severe storms on Monday as tornado and thunderstorm watches are in effect.
On Jan. 24, a tornado tore through southeast Houston, Pasadena, Deer Park and Baytown.
At least three people are dead after a tornado struck Matador, Texas, on Wednesday, destroying buildings and flipping over semitrucks, according to officials and reports from the town.
The youngest victim of a tornado that destroyed a small city in the Texas Panhandle and killed three people was an 11-year-old boy, authorities said Friday.
Crews scrambled to restore power to thousands of residents after tornadoes plowed through Oklahoma during another deadly spring storm in the U.S., killing at least three people and damaging dozens of homes.
A dangerous day is ahead for 51 million people from northern Iowa all the way down to Louisiana where large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes are all possible Friday afternoon and into the overnight.
Rescuers raced Saturday to search for survivors and help hundreds of people left homeless after a powerful tornado cut a devastating path through Mississippi, killing at least 25 people and injuring dozens.
Janet Martinez and Clara Monroe have relocated their business, JCM Counseling, after their facility was destroyed. It’s a day that’s hard for them to forget.
The Red Cross set up shop in Houston and in Pasadena on Thursday to provide assistance to families impacted and displaced by last week’s tornado.
The cleanup process continues for families after an EF3 tornado left a path of destruction in Pasadena, Deer Park, and southeast Houston.
Weaver Street in Baytown has devastation in nearly every direction and power remained out Wednesday night after Tuesday’s powerful tornado tore apart homes and structures.
Employees from a Deer Park area restaurant and several community members came together Wednesday to provide warm meals, water, and clean restrooms to anyone in need.