First Strong Cold Front of Fall Arrives Friday

After temperatures climbed to 96 degrees this week, Harris County is preparing for a much different weather pattern as the first strong cold front of the fall moves through the region Friday. The front is expected to arrive Friday morning, helping limit daytime temperatures before a stronger push of cold air moves into the area…

October 14, 20260Comments

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Tropical System Could Become Hurricane Over Gulf This Week

Featured Image Courtesy of NOAA A tropical system in the western Gulf is becoming better organized and could develop into a hurricane as it moves across the Gulf later this week. The system, currently designated Invest 92L, is expected to move slowly over the western Gulf before gradually turning east and then north. Current forecast…

October 6, 20260Comments

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Much-Needed Rainfall Expected Into the Weekend

Featured Image Courtesy of NOAA Much-needed rainfall is expected across Southeast Texas heading into the weekend, although rainfall amounts could vary significantly depending on location. The greatest potential for heavy rainfall through Friday remains west of the Houston metro area, while rain chances are expected to shift closer to the coast over the weekend. A…

October 1, 20260Comments

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Much-Needed Rainfall Expected to Return Late This Week

After an extended stretch of hot and dry weather, much-needed rainfall is expected to return to Harris County and Southeast Texas beginning this week, with rain chances increasing Thursday and continuing into the weekend. A slow-moving storm system over the southwestern United States will move into Texas over the next several days, bringing increasing moisture…

September 30, 20260Comments

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Weather Pattern Could Bring Much-Needed Rainfall to Harris County

Featured Image Courtesy of NOAA After weeks of persistent hot and dry weather, a change in the weather pattern could bring increased rain chances and potentially cooler temperatures to Southeast Texas next week. Several weather features are expected to come together over the coming days. Hurricane Polo, currently located off the western coast of Mexico,…

September 24, 20260Comments

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Peak Hurricane Season Is Here

We’re at the peak of hurricane season, but the season is far from over. The Atlantic hurricane season officially runs through November 30 — meaning we still have about 80 days to go. Even after hurricane season ends, flooding can happen at any time. Stay aware of conditions in your area and know what’s happening…

September 12, 20260Comments

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Be Ready Before the Next Storm

September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that preparing for severe weather starts long before rain begins to fall. In Harris County, heavy rainfall and rapidly changing weather can create dangerous conditions with little warning. One simple step residents can take now is making sure they have access to reliable weather and flood information when…

September 8, 20260Comments

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Tropical Storm Edouard Strengthens as Heavy Rain Threat Expands Across Harris County

The Harris County Flood Control District continues to monitor Tropical Storm Edouard as the system strengthens and approaches the upper Texas coast. As of Tuesday morning, Edouard had sustained winds of about 50 mph and was moving west-northwest to northwest at approximately 7 to 8 mph. The center was expected to make landfall near the…

September 1, 20260Comments

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Potential Tropical Cyclone Five Could Bring Heavy Rain to Eastern Harris County Tuesday

The Harris County Flood Control District is monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone Five, which is expected to move toward the upper Texas coast Tuesday and could bring heavy rainfall, gusty winds and rising water levels to portions of eastern Harris County. A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect from Port Bolivar, Texas, to Vermilion, Louisiana, and…

August 31, 20260Comments

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How to Use the Harris County Flood Warning System

When heavy rain moves into Harris County, conditions can change quickly and may vary greatly from one neighborhood to another. The Harris County Flood Warning System gives residents a way to monitor rainfall and water levels in bayous, creeks, and tributaries as conditions develop. The system provides real-time information from gages across Harris County and…

August 17, 20260Comments