Surfers in Galveston take advantage of big waves from Hurricane Francine
GALVESTON, Texas — In Galveston, the near miss of Hurricane Francine brought in high tides and storm surge. It left some popular beaches practically empty -- leaving only some thankful for the waves created by Mother Nature.
Oil and gas producers in the gulf are bracing for Hurricane Francine. Here's how they're preparing.
Oil and gas operations along the Louisiana coastline braced for Hurricane Francine’s landfall Wednesday, hoping to stave off the industrial injuries, major oil spills and chemical releases often triggered by severe weather.
US Gulf Coast energy facilities hit by hurricane Francine
Energy facilities along the U.S. Gulf Coast have scaled back operations and evacuated some production sites as Hurricane Francine passed through the region.
Galveston County, city officials work together to prepare for potential impacts of Tropical Storm Francine
A Tropical Storm Watch and Coastal Flood Warning is in effect for coastal Galveston County as Tropical Storm Francine moves through the Gulf of Mexico.
Satellites watch Tropical Storm Francine threaten Gulf Coast (video)
Satellites operated by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration watched Tropical Storm Francine strengthen as it approaches the Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Francine causing cancellations across Gulf Coast airline, cruise travel
Travelers headed to or from the U.S. Gulf Coast from Texas to the Florida Panhandle should make contingency plans, as Hurricane Francine is disrupting travel across the region.
The Gulf Coast prepares for Tropical Storm Francine
People along the Gulf coast are preparing for what's expected to be Francine on Wednesday. The storm is moving towards Louisiana but will bring rain and wind from Texas to Mississippi.
Galveston County calls for voluntary Bolivar evacuation as Tropical Storm Francine nears
Galveston County issued a voluntary evacuation for Bolivar Peninsula residents Tuesday morning as Tropical Storm Francine ...
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Galveston County judge gives positive report as Hurricane Francine passes by SE Texas coast without causing major damage
The National Weather Service says Hurricane Francine, which is expected to make landfall in Louisiana as a category one hurricane, impacts to SE Texas will be minimal. However, we’re not out of the ...
Galveston County Judge issues voluntary evacuation order for Bolivar Peninsula
Not taking any chances, Galveston County Judge Mark Henry has issued a voluntary evacuation order for Texas' Bolivar ...
Galveston's Fish Company Taco reopens featuring beloved tacos and new bar
Almost a year since closing, beloved Galveston spot Fish Company Taco is back with an upgraded menu and venue. The restaurant ...
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Galveston LNG Bunker Port Signs Gas Supply Deal
Galveston LNG Bunker Port has signed a deal to bring natural gas to the proposed bunkering facility. The firm has signed a gas supply agreement with Energy Transfer 's Houston Pipeline Company for the ...
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Galveston County storm alerts end as Francine shifts east
Forecasters Tuesday were expecting Francine to develop into a Category 2 hurricane by the time it makes landfall Wednesday in ...
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‘You might want to relocate,’ Galveston County preparing as Francine expects to strengthen into Cat. 2 hurricane
"We expect that for Bolivar especially, there might be water coming over the top of [highway] 87," Judge Mark Henry said. "So if that’s going to be inconvenient or certainly life-threatening for you, ...
At least 5 inches of rain floods Galveston streets, sets city's daily record for Sept. 2
An area of low atmospheric pressure churning offshore in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico was expected to move inland on ...
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Galveston sets daily rainfall record with flooded streets on Labor Day
It only takes a few bands of excessive rainfall to quickly flood the island's streets. The city's immediate proximity to the ...
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‘Getting the runaround’: School bus problems persist for Houston area students
Weeks into the 2024-2025 school year, a Houston grandmother with four grandchildren at Gregory-Lincoln Education Center says they still haven’t been assigned a bus.
Galveston County (TX) High School Football Schedule, Live Streams This Week
Find out how to watch Texas high school football games this week in Galveston County, with live streaming links.