Storm preparation
Just two days into the 2023 Hurricane Season and there is already a named storm. Tropical Depression Two was upgraded to Tropical Storm Arlene on Friday afternoon. It is located in the eastern half of the Gulf of Mexico and is…
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The official 2026 Atlantic storm names, NOAA’s August outlook, NHC forecast-map changes and practical planning steps for Houston property owners.
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What NOAA’s October 2026 El Niño forecast means for Houston’s winter, which risks remain uncertain, and how to prepare your property before heavy rain.
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The official 2027 Atlantic storm names and pronunciations, what is known before the season, and a Houston property preparation plan. No 2027 NOAA outlook yet.
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Hurricane names, wind categories and seasonal outlooks describe different parts of a storm. These seven facts explain the distinctions and help Houston-area property owners put weather reports in context when planning for…
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June 1 marks the start of another Atlantic Hurricane Season and authorities are already weighing in with their opinions on how volatile this year’s season could be. Researchers at Colorado State University believe the 2023…
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What is Severe Weather? According to the National Weather Service , severe weather is comprised of several different types of weather events, including tornadoes, thunderstorms, and floods (which includes flash floods, and urban…
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Record Heat in Arizona The state of Arizona has experienced incredibly high temperatures in 2023 . In fact, according to AZ Central, record upon record continues to be broken; meteorologist Matthew Hirsch, with the National…
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Hail - it’s a mark of strong thunderstorms and the one frozen precipitation that can occur in the middle of a summer heatwave. The National Weather Service reported that there were 4,436 hailstorms in 2022 alone – the majority of…
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Hail is a weather event commonly associated with intense thunderstorms and tornadoes. But there is more to this unique weather phenomenon than meets the eye. For instance, there is a “Hail Alley” in North America. Unlike the more…
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A year-round hurricane planning guide for Houston properties, with links to annual outlooks, official alerts, preparation steps and recovery resources.
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Understand El Niño, the difference between its duration and recurrence, and how seasonal patterns can inform Houston property preparation.
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Snow can be nice to look at when you’re snug beneath a blanket, watching safely from inside with a mug of your favorite hot drink. But it can also be dangerous to you and your property. In fact, snow drifts, ice dams , icicles,…
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Why Does a Roof Leak? While a roof can leak for a variety of reasons, it is mostly due to age and material. Sometimes, a severe storm and high winds can contribute to the deterioration of a roof, causing it to leak. Winter…
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Hurricanes are typically slower than other natural disasters like tornadoes and earthquakes, giving newscasters and meteorologists time to provide more advance notice. But what, exactly, should be included in your preparation for…
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Winter storms are often unpredictable, bringing intense blizzards, sometimes feet of snow, sleet, icy roads, and countless other hazards to cities and towns across the United States and Canada. If you have the chance to prepare…
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Let’s face it—freezing pipes are a headache. Worse, they can be dangerous, causing leaks, flooding, mold, and more inside your home or business. As temperatures fall across North America each winter, plunging below 32º Fahrenheit…
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Did you know winter can put an enormous strain on your roof? The bitter cold temperatures, snowstorms, and ice that accompany the winter season can also take an extreme toll on your roof, the shingles, the gutters, and the attic,…
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For a Houston-area homeowner, winter preparation is a chance to find exposed plumbing, unresolved leaks and access problems before a freeze makes repairs harder to arrange. Use this checklist to organize the property work and the…
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Humidifiers are popular appliances in homes and businesses, keeping air fresh and full of moisture when it gets dry. Wintertime can be especially hard on allergies and skin, causing bloody noses, dry sinuses, and cracked lips.…
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The difference between a flood watch and a flood warning and how to prepare for each
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What is Lightning? As NOAA’s National Severe Storms Laboratory states, lightning is defined as “a giant spark of electricity in the atmosphere between clouds, the air, or the ground.” When lightning first develops, there are both…
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As some of the Atlantic hurricanes made their way up the northeastern coast of the United States and Canada this summer, quite a few have significantly increased the risk of dangerous rip tides along the beaches. The intense…
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Your roof is one of the most important parts of your property, and appropriate maintenance can go a long way in extending its life and ensuring you stay safe from the elements, leaks, and other unwanted damage. But tarping a roof…
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