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Taylor Morrison Homes Buys Land

Taylor Morrison Homes Buys Land

HOUSTON – (Realty News Report) – Taylor Morrison Homes has acquired 56 acres of land north of Houston in the Montgomery area for single-family development, Colliers reported. The property is located within Montgomery Independent School District in Montgomery County, less than a mile north of Highway 105. “This… Original Article: https://realtynewsreport.com/taylor-morrison-homes-buys-land/

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List of Salvation Army feeding sites available for flood-stricken communities

List of Salvation Army feeding sites available for flood-stricken communities

Houston – In the wake of severe weather wreaking havoc, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) team in Texas has sprung into action. With torrential rain covering the region and rivers breaching their banks, the situation has escalated to a state of emergency, necessitating urgent evacuations. FOX 26 Houston… Original Article: https://www.fox26houston.com/news/list-of-salvation-army-feeding-sites-available-for-flood-stricken-communities.amp

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Houston-area flood advisories still in effect Sunday after overnight storms

Houston-area flood advisories still in effect Sunday after overnight storms

Residents along the east fork of the San Jacinto River from FM 1485 to Lake Houston have been under a mandatory evacuation order since Friday, when County Judge Lina Hidalgo said river flooding conditions were catastrophic, and only getting worse this weekend. Flood watch advisories are still in effect across… Original Article: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/weather/2024/05/05/486619/houston-area-flood-advisories-still-in-effect-sunday-after-overnight-storms/?amp=1

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After extreme rainfall this week, a few more opportunities this weekend for additional showers

After extreme rainfall this week, a few more opportunities this weekend for additional showers

In brief: An unexpectedly intense flooding event has engulfed areas north of Houston this week. We discuss that, and the ongoing forecast for the weekend, which could see an additional round of storms on Sunday before things start to dry out next week. If you live south of Interstate 10,… Original Article: https://spacecityweather.com/after-extreme-rainfall-this-week-a-few-more-opportunities-this-weekend-for-additional-showers/

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Dam operators lower Lake Conroe water release rate amid storms, flooding

Dam operators lower Lake Conroe water release rate amid storms, flooding

Flash flood warnings are again in affect Friday morning in Harris, Liberty and Montgomery Counties, where streets took on additional road flooding overnight, according to National Weather Service. Despite additional overnight storms and bands of rain again pounding areas north of Houston, dam operators lowered the Lake Conroe water release… Original Article: https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/weather/2024/05/03/485505/dam-operators-lower-lake-conroe-water-release-rate-amid-storms-flooding/?amp=1

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Heavy rains near Houston close schools and flood roadways as officials urge residents to evacuate

Heavy rains near Houston close schools and flood roadways as officials urge residents to evacuate

Mandatory evacuation orders were issued near Houston on Thursday for some residents following heavy rains in Texas that stranded motorists, flooded streets and closed schools as officials warned that conditions in some hard-hit areas could worsen. “This is a life-threatening situation,” said Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo, the top elected… Original Article: https://www.wcia.com/news/national/ap-us-news/ap-some-houston-area-residents-are-told-to-evacuate-as-waters-rise-from-heavy-rains/amp/

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List: Several shelters are open across Houston area

List: Several shelters are open across Houston area

HOUSTON — The American Red Cross has opened shelters in Liberty, Polk, San Jacinto and Montgomery County in response to the recent flooding. “This flooding is affecting many of our communities,” Shawn Schulze, Regional Chief Executive Officer, Texas Gulf Coast Red Cross said. “The work that our Texas Gulf Coast Red Cross teams and partners...

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Southeast Texas Battles Torrential Rains, Houston and Surrounding Areas Report Dangerous Floods and Closed Roads

Southeast Texas Battles Torrential Rains, Houston and Surrounding Areas Report Dangerous Floods and Closed Roads

Houston is grappling with severe flooding issues as heavy rain continues to unleash chaos across Southeast Texas. Storms that started yesterday evening and carried on through this morning have led to perilous conditions for motorists, with Houston TranStar reporting an extensive list of high-water spots. Drivers are urged to heed the familiar warning: “Turn around,...

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Houston weather: Flooded roads, high-water locations near me on May 2

Houston weather: Flooded roads, high-water locations near me on May 2

HOUSTON – Heavy rain on Wednesday night and Thursday morning is leading to some street flooding across the Houston area. Here’s a look at the high-water locations that have been reported on area roadways. Houston and Harris County high-water locations. Houston Transtar reports the following locations:. – IH-45 North Southbound… Original Article: https://www.fox26houston.com/news/houston-weather-flooded-roads-high-water-may-2-traffic.amp