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HAZMAT emergency at 610/59 after tanker trunk splits on ramp

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Richmond Avenue at the West Loop and the southbound ramp from the 610 to the 59 are closed as hazardous materials first responders try to remove a tanker and its chemicals that split this morning (Friday, May 10) on the slick roadway. ABC-13 is reporting that sodium bromide was one of the chemicals being transported, and crews were seen wearing their protective gear at the … [Read more...] about HAZMAT emergency at 610/59 after tanker trunk splits on ramp

Keep these handy: Our weather Essentials to stay informed of bayou levels, power outages, no-hype forecasts

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With Bellaire and West University part of a flash flood watch until 7 p.m. Saturday, and the possibility of hail, dangerous thunderstorms and up to 10 inches of rain in some areas, we’re urging you to keep this list of resources nearby, the ones we turn to during severe weather, as featured in the May edition of Essentials Magazine: Everyone has a pet meteorologist to follow … [Read more...] about Keep these handy: Our weather Essentials to stay informed of bayou levels, power outages, no-hype forecasts

Another air scare: West U, Bellaire under ozone alert Tuesday

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The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality declared an “Ozone Action Day” for Tuesday for the Houston, Galveston and Brazoria areas, including Bellaire and West University Place, alerting people with health issues to stay indoors and motorists to curtail their driving. Here is the message, which includes suggested responses: ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS ARE EXPECTED TO BE … [Read more...] about Another air scare: West U, Bellaire under ozone alert Tuesday

Bellaire, West U recovering from Sunday’s jolt of severe weather

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By Charlotte Aguilar It was wind, not water, that dealt a vicious punch to parts of inner-Loop Bellaire and West University Place Sunday (April 7), knocking out power, sending trees toppling, filling streets with debris, and closing two popular Bellaire parks. While the National Weather Service says the only actual tornado from the severe weather episode was in Pasadena, … [Read more...] about Bellaire, West U recovering from Sunday’s jolt of severe weather