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Free A/C Units For the Needy
July 13, 2010
by: Bill StampsCongresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee wants to use resources from the business community and the federal government to help Houstonians who may be suffering from the summer heat. While some programs help people pay their electricity bill, this program helps people who have no A/C to begin with. Bill Stamps has more.
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Ready for an Active Season
June 30, 2010
by: Pat HernandezAs Hurricane Alex grows in strength and approaches landfall, Governor Rick Perry says Texas is ready to handle the storm, its impact to south Texas and to oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. Pat Hernandez has more.
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Harris Co. Urges Residents In Need To Register For Evacuation Assistance
June 28, 2010
by: David PitmanTropical Storm Alex is expected to become a hurricane sometime tomorrow. A hurricane watch is already in effect for the south Texas coast. Alex is "not" on track to threaten the Houston area. But emergency officials in Harris County say now is the time for people who can't evacuate themselves to make sure they're registered to get help if an evacuation order comes. David Pitman reports.
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Drink Plenty of Liquid
June 9, 2010
by: Pat HernandezHydration is the key to preventing tragedy this summer. The Houston Fire Department reminds citizens about basic summer safety tips that will ensure fun under the sun. Pat Hernandez has the story.
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Time To Get Ready
June 7, 2010
by: Pat HernandezThe Atlantic Hurricane Season is underway. While the weather looks calm in the gulf, home improvement businesses are gearing up to help residents prepare. Pat Hernandez has more.
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Area Leaders Get Ready for Busy Storm Season
June 1, 2010
by: Bill StampsHurricane season is officially here. This year meteorologists are predicting an extremely active season with more severe weather than we usually see. Both city and county leaders are asking the public to get ready. Bill Stamps reports.
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Study Finds Houston Vulnerable
May 31, 2010
by: Pat HernandezOn the day before the start of the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season, a new report from a think tank based at Rice University finds that a major hurricane would devastate the Houston-Galveston region. But one of the authors of the report says area leaders could lessen the potential danger by keeping the public informed. Pat Hernandez has more.
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Hurricane Preparation 2010
May 31, 2010
by: Rod RiceIt's time to start thinking about what you'd do if a hurricane came our way. The hurricane season begins tomorrow and runs through November. As Rod Rice reports, authorities want you to prepare now for the possibility of bad weather.
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Staying Safe in the Heat
May 28, 2010
by: Laurie JohnsonIt may seem early in the year to worry about heat stroke -- but city health officials say the recent high temps mean Houstonians need to be on guard against heat-related illnesses. Laurie Johnson reports.
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Feds Predict A Busy Hurricane SeasonMay 27, 2010
by: Laurie JohnsonBuckle your seatbelts — the federal government says we could be in for a very busy hurricane season. Laurie Johnson has details.
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Current Atlantic Storm Activity
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Hurricane EARL Forecast/Advisory Number 33
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:56:06 GMT
Issued at 1500 UTC THU SEP 02 2010
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Hurricane EARL Forecast Discussion Number 33
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:57:03 GMT
Issued at 1100 AM EDT THU SEP 02 2010
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Hurricane EARL Wind Speed Probabilities Number 33
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 14:56:33 GMT
Issued at 1500 UTC THU SEP 02 2010
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Hurricane EARL Graphics
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:49:45 GMT
5-Day Uncertainty Track last updated Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:49:45 GMT
Wind Speed Probabilities last updated Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:10:36 GMT
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Hurricane EARL Probabilistic Storm Surge Graphics
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:20:47 GMT
Probabilistic Storm Surge Graphics last updated Thu, 02 Sep 2010 15:20:47 GMT
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Hurricane Local Statement for Portland, ME
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:42:51 GMT
Issued at 342 PM EDT THU SEP 2 2010
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Hurricane Local Statement for New York City, NY
Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:56:00 GMT
Issued at 255 PM EDT THU SEP 2 2010
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