Houston points people to overflow shelters as cold, rainy weather threatens homeless
The City of Houston is directing people to overflow shelters as temperatures plummet into the thirties amid rainfall, creating potentially life-threatening conditions for the homeless population. Local officials warn that the combination of cold and wet weather poses a severe risk of hypothermia for those exposed to the elements.
City of Houston taking safety precautions due to heavy rain and cold weather
City of Houston has extended overflow shelter hours to protect people from the elements as another round of bad weather rolls through Houston. As cold temperatures and heavy rain hit the area, overflow shelter facilities will remain open overnight to provide shelter to those in need.
Cold rain to remain through Friday morning | FOX 26 Houston Weather Forecast
Storm roaring across the state will reach its peak Thursday night with more snow across the Dallas and Fort Worth areas and heavy rain for Houston in Southeast Texas. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect for North Texas including Dallas & Arlington until noon on Friday,
Cold weather preparations begin in Houston as officials look to safely shelter the homeless
The Star of Hope says its men's and women's shelters are nearing capacity, but it is taking donations for cold-weather gear throughout the week.
Houston weather forecast: Freezing Tuesday morning; rain chances coming up
The tricky part is where the rain/snow line brings a chance for ice. Throughout the day on Thursday and especially Friday morning, icing could take place, especially north of College Station and Huntsville. It's very unlikely to be a problem in the Houston metropolitan area and snow is not expected, but sleet pellets could mix in with the rain.
Houston weather: Cold Wednesday; Texas winter storm forecast
HOUSTON - The next Texas winter storm is almost here, and it's going to be ugly. Houston will avoid the worst of it. Wednesday will be cloudy, breezy and cold, so bundle up. Highs will be in the mid-40s. Thursday gets interesting. Ice and snow begin for north-central and North Texas.
Winter storm warning in effect for parts of North Texas as sleet and snow arrive
North Texas is bracing for a mix of snow and sleet.A winter storm warning went into effect Thursday morning and continues until 12 p.m. Friday. The warning includes Denton, Collin, Dallas and Tarrant counties.
Houston weather: Texas Winter Storm arrives, heavy rain forecasted
Today is a FOX 26 Storm Alert Day in southeast Texas. Heavy rain will begin to move in midday with the heaviest rain expected later this afternoon into the evening. Models are showing 2 to 4 inches of rain possible in total and the highest amounts will likely be close to the coast.
Houston weather: Heavy rain expected Thursday night
Today is a Fox 26 Storm Alert Day. Cold with drizzles beginning this morning, then becoming rainy, windy and cold this afternoon. Heavy rain is expected tonight.
Houston faces dangerously cold Monday morning. What to know before heading out the door
Dangerously cold wind chills and freezing temperatures are expected Monday morning, as the coldest air in nearly a year ...
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Arctic blast drives dangerously cold temperatures in Houston even lower
The wind chill will make it "feel like" the teens and 20s thanks to strong winds going up to 15 - 25 miles per hour.
What you need to know as cold takes over Houston
HOUSTON — The cold temperatures have arrived, and you will want to bundle up before heading out. The National Weather Service in Houston issued a Freeze Warning and Cold Weather Advisory for portions ...
Houston cold front to bring severe storms and 20-degree wind chills within the next 24 hours
The arctic front will move through the region this afternoon, sending temperatures on a nosedive through Monday morning.
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Staying warm and safe: CenterPoint Energy’s Richard Leger on winter preparedness and cold weather
As temperatures drop across Houston and the surrounding areas, CenterPoint Energy’s Senior Vice President of Natural Gas Business, Richard Leger, assures residents that the company is well-prepared to ...
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Houston officials help homeless population seek shelter amid cold weather
The city of Houston has been experiencing a cold front this week, but the city has not opened any warming centers. Here’s why ...
Houston freeze risk is over Wednesday as clouds return. When does chilly rainfall arrive?
Those feeling anxious about recent morning temperatures in Houston near and below freezing, you can go about your Wednesday at ease knowing that the worst of this week’s cold is essentially behind us.