Harvey Feel Like Katrina Déjà Vu? Not So Fast
As Houston starts to recover from the flooding, many see similarities between the two massive hurricanes and the damage they wrought. But there are some key differences.
Hurricane Harvey
Three Reasons Houston Was A 'Sitting Duck' For Harvey Flooding
Urban planning experts say Houston's flat landscape, outdated drainage system and unchecked development have left the city vulnerable to catastrophic flooding.
For Grocery Stores In Texas, It's A Race To Restock Their Shelves
Hurricane Harvey destroyed intricate supply chains that keep supermarket shelves stocked with perishable food. Grocery stores are already rebuilding those networks.
At Al-Salam Mosque In Houston, All Are Welcome
A day after the hurricane hit Houston, Al-Salam mosque in Houston welcomed people displaced by flooding. "I'm Catholic and my husband is Jewish, but it is beyond all that," says one volunteer.
Insurers Gear Up For Deluge Of Claims, Hope To Avoid Sandy Repeat
To work all the expected flood claims, insurance companies will rely on hundreds of small processing companies. Some worry that inexperienced claims adjusters will do more harm than good.
An 'Army Of People' Helps Houston Cancer Patients Get Treatment
During Harvey, doctors, nurses, technicians and facilities staff tended to inpatients at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Now the hospital is working to get outpatients back for care as well.
Chemical Fire Burns At Flooded Arkema Plant In Crosby, Texas
Because of floodwaters from Hurricane Harvey, the plant lost power — and the ability to keep containers of flammable organic peroxides from bursting and burning, according to Harris County officials.
Military Will Help Beaumont Get Fresh Water; Outage Forces Hospital To Shut Down
"Due to the failure of the city's water pump, it is in the best interest of our current patients to transfer to other acute care facilities," a large hospital in the city says.
Riding With A Rescue Mission In The Surreal, Perilous Texas Floods
Nearly a week since Harvey struck Houston, many people remain stranded by high water in their neighborhoods. NPR rode along on a citizen water-borne rescue operation.
From Hawk To Horse: Animal Rescues During Hurricane Harvey
A storm of this magnitude affects many animals. Uplifting videos show people rescuing all kinds of animals from Hurricane Harvey's floodwaters, says anthropologist Barbara J. King.