‘I’m 81 years old, I can’t take this’: Woman left without power, significant damage to roof weeks after Beryl
An 81-year-old woman has called the ambulance twice after her roof caved in during Beryl, leaving her without power. Despite reaching out to the city and CenterPoint, she still hasn't received any help. #Houston #StormRecovery
Still dealing with storm debris from Beryl? Here’s how you can track the cleanup progress in Houston
Do you still have debris from Beryl that you are waiting for the city to pick up? Well, here's how you can track the progress and figure out exactly when crews are set to come to remove the eye-sore plaguing many of our streets.
PHOTOS: Memorial Park continues recovery 2 weeks after Hurricane Beryl
Memorial Park suffered significant hurricane damage, including tree loss, structural damage, and power outages, but restoration efforts have allowed wildlife and visitors to return and enjoy the park's serene environment.
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Ask Amy: How long does my apartment have to make repairs after Hurricane Beryl?
A lot of us in the Houston area are still dealing with damage left by Hurricane Beryl. Some renters are asking Amy Davis how long their landlords have to fix damage caused by the storm. Amy is answering your questions about renters’ rights after Beryl.
‘I think you’ll see a lot of places going down’: Restaurant owner suing CenterPoint warns of future blackouts
A Montrose restaurant owner who is part of a class-action lawsuit suing CenterPoint because of the recent power outages, is speaking to us about the impact having no power for days had on our local food industry.
Houston SPCA rescues hundreds of wild animals stranded by Beryl
Hurricane Beryl’s path through Houston was devastating for many, leaving a mess of debris and destruction the city won’t soon forget. But humans aren’t the only ones impacted by the recent extreme weather trends. Since Beryl swept through the city, Houston’s chapter of the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) has been working around the clock to protect creatures both large and small.
Airbnb.org offering FREE, temporary housing for Houston residents displaced by Hurricane Beryl
"Stays are completely free for guests and are funded by Airbnb.org and the generosity of Airbnb hosts—many of whom offer their home for free or at a discount through Airbnb.org," the popular vacation destination website said in a press release.
THIS WEEKEND: Sugar Land PD warns of road closures, here’s where they’ll be
Before people hit the town for what might be some residents' first official weekend for most to actually enjoy themselves they’d better be aware of the traffic because there will be several road closures in Sugar Land, starting Friday, July 17 at 9 p.m.
Customers report frequent power outages even on sunny days (before Hurricane Beryl)
We are hearing from more of you about issues with power outages way before Hurricane Beryl slammed the Houston area. A Kingwood customer contacted Investigator Amy Davis after she complained about frequent and unexplained power outages in her neighborhood.
Did CenterPoint do enough to clear trees in Houston before Hurricane Beryl?
Hurricane Beryl ripped down powerlines all over Houston. But what about the powerlines that already had overgrown trees and branches in the way? It didn't help the situation! KPRC 2 Investigator Amy Davis looks into who is supposed to clear out tree branches around powerlines and what you can do if you have the same issues in your neighborhood.
3 Houston area residents file lawsuit against CenterPoint after Beryl outages spoil all the food in their refrigerators
In the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, new details are surfacing involving a lawsuit where several private citizens are suing CenterPoint Energy for loss, pain and suffering during and after the storm.
Need to restock your fridge? Kroger, H-E-B offering discounts to Texans recovering from Beryl
In the wake of Hurricane Beryl, Kroger and H-E-B are stepping up to help Texans restock their fridges. Kroger is offering $10 off a $100 purchase through July 23 with their Kroger Plus Card. Meanwhile, H-E-B is providing a 10% discount on all frozen food items, including ice, until July 21 at select locations.
Lineman working to restore power in Galveston accused of beating fellow lineman, leaving him in critical condition
The Galveston Police Department said the incident happened around 1:15 a.m. Monday in the 3100 block of Seawall Blvd. Police were called after getting reports of a man lying on the sidewalk.
Texas PUC launches investigation into CenterPoint’s Hurricane Beryl response
The Public Utility Commission of Texas has launched an investigation into CenterPoint Energy's handling of Hurricane Beryl. Gov. Greg Abbott criticized the company's repeated failures, despite their claim of restoring power to 92% of affected customers. Houston residents continue to struggle with power outages, leading to heat-related illnesses and carbon monoxide poisoning. Mayor Whitmire has extended the disaster declaration, and a crucial meeting with CenterPoint is set for July 25.
WHOA! 😳 Satellite images show sobering view of power outages in Texas caused by Hurricane Beryl
As conversations over accountability with local, and state leadership as well as with CenterPoint Energy continue, new satellite images are giving a sobering look at the massive power outages, caused by Beryl.
‘Action is the greatest reaction’: Baytown woman wanted after social media threats to murder CenterPoint staff
A Baytown woman is accused of threatening to murder CenterPoint Energy employees in a series of posts on her X account, according to documents obtained exclusively by KPRC 2, days after more than 2 million people lost power in Hurricane Beryl.
Be aware of scammers post-Hurricane Beryl. Here’s what you need to know
Hurricane Beryl has left a trail of devastation in Houston, with thousands still without power and widespread damage. As the community begins to rebuild, officials warn of rising scams targeting vulnerable residents. Tips from the Texas Department of Insurance and FEMA can help you avoid falling victim to fraud. #HurricaneBeryl #HoustonStrong #DisasterRecovery
Mayor Whitmire calls special council meeting to extend city’s disaster declaration after Hurricane Beryl
Houston Mayor John Whitmire has called for a special emergency council meeting to discuss extending the local state of disaster proclamation issued after Hurricane Beryl. The extension would provide additional resources for recovery efforts. Tune in to KPRC 2 News' livestream on Monday at 2 p.m. for more details.
1-2 Punch: Houstonians face double deductible after back-to-back storms
When a derecho hit Houston in May, Cynthia Fronterhouse's home was severely damaged. Just a few months later, Hurricane Beryl struck, causing even more destruction. Now, like many Houstonians, she's facing the financial burden of paying multiple deductibles for storm repairs. How is this affecting our community's resilience? Share your experiences and thoughts with us. Tune in to KPRC 2 News at 5 and 6 for the full story.
LIVE: Gov. Abbott holds news conference after examining CenterPoint’s future in Texas at NRG Stadium
Texas Governor Greg Abbott did not pull any punches Sunday afternoon in going after CenterPoint for their failures in getting the lights back on for Houstonians as well as hundreds of thousands of others in the area.
Where to get food, water as thousands remain without power post-Beryl
It's been a challenging week for many Houston residents and businesses still grappling with power outages caused by Hurricane Beryl. Families have lost refrigerated items, adding to the list of challenges. Fortunately, several food and water distribution sites are available across the city to help those in need.
Food spoiled because of the power outage? Here’s how to get rid of the smell in your fridge 🤢
If you’re one of the millions of Houston residents who had their food spoiled because of the power outages, you might be trying to get rid of the dead animal smell in your fridge. Here are some tips on how you can do so. What tricks have you tried to get rid of the smell?
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott demands answers as customers remain without power after Beryl
With around 350,000 homes and businesses still without power in the Houston area almost a week after Hurricane Beryl hit Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott says he’s demanding an investigation into the response of the utility that serves the Houston area.
As power comes back on, Montrose apartment community still left without power; concerned about damaged transformer
Houston continues to restore power after Hurricane Beryl, but The Gardens, an apartment community in Montrose with many elderly and disabled LGBTQ+ residents, remains without electricity.
WATCH LIVE: Federal and local officials to provide update on Hurricane Beryl recovery
Federal and local officials, including Bishop James Dixon, Congressman Al Green, and representatives from the offices of Commissioner Rodney Ellis and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, will provide updates on recovery efforts at NRG Park following Hurricane Beryl.
‘We’re going to punch you back’: Criminals targeting Houstonians impacted by Beryl to face upgraded charges, DA says
More than a dozen people are facing upgraded disaster-time charges in Harris County, District Attorney Kim Ogg tells KPRC 2, accused of targeting homes and businesses dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl.