Austin Energy crews to help with Hurricane Hanna restoration efforts

Five bucket trucks, two digging derricks, and three support vehicles are being deployed to help bring power back to affected communities. 

Governor Abbott provides update on Hanna response

Hanna was upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane before making landfall at around 5 p.m. on Padre Island about 33 miles south of Corpus Christi.

Hurricane Douglas bears down on Hawaii as pandemic flares

The first hurricane to threaten the United States since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is presenting new challenges to officials long accustomed to tropical storms.

Gonzalo expected to become Atlantic's first hurricane; second storm likely in Gulf

This year’s busy hurricane season is getting even busier. Forecasters say we will soon have the first Atlantic hurricane of the year, and could also have a tropical storm in the Gulf of Mexico.

Tropical Storm Fay forms in Atlantic; likely to soak East Coast

The season’s sixth tropical storm has formed off the coast of North Carolina, but it looks like Tropical Storm Fay will primarily only be a rainmaker for the East Coast.

COVID-19 killed more in Florida, Texas in 1 month than hurricanes did in entire US over 20 years

More COVID-19 deaths were reported in Florida and Texas over the span of a month than total deaths caused by hurricanes over a span of 20 years, a stark reminder that the pandemic is not over.

Tropical Storm Dolly forms in Atlantic; no threat to U.S.

The season's fourth tropical storm has formed, but forecasters say it will pose no threat to the United States.

Texas' Tropical Storm Cristobal response complicated by COVID-19

The governor, along with the directors of Texas DPS and State Emergency Management were told the storm will strengthen. By late Sunday or early Monday, it could bring heavy rain and strong winds; mainly to East Texas.

Gov. Abbott holds press conference on hurricane preparedness

Tropical Depression Cristobal is currently forming in the Gulf, and according to the Governor's Office,  has the potential to impact parts of Texas as it is expected to regain strength. 

Facebook looks to empower Texas communities for 2020 hurricane season

Facebook will provide tools for law enforcement and emergency services to share critical information to those who may be in the path of an oncoming storm.

Tropical Storm Arthur forms in Atlantic; first named storm of season

Tropical Storm Arthur formed off the coast of Florida on Saturday, making it the sixth straight year for a named storm to develop before the official June 1 start of the Atlantic hurricane season.

Forecasters predict 'above average' 2020 Atlantic hurricane season

With the start of hurricane season now less than two months away, researchers believe we could see "above average" activity in the tropics.