Tropical Storm Harvey

(Left) Charlie Wilson walks his dog Peanut outside of the convention center. (Right) Veterinarian Joanna Web gives a check up to a bird outside the shelter.

Houston Shelter Offers Respite For Pets And Their Owners Displaced By Harvey

8:17am September 02, 2017

by Claire Harbage

Before a convention center opened its doors and volunteer care to pets, their owners had to make a tough choice: Take shelter or stay with animals in floodwaters. But anxiety looms around what's next.

Early Data From Harvey Shows Epic Flooding

9:56pm September 01, 2017

by Christopher Joyce

Government flood maps may need to be withdrawn following Harvey. That, in turn, could have implications for insurers.

(Left) Flooded neigborhoods can be seen in New Orleans in 2005. (Right) Flooded homes are shown near Lake Houston following Hurricane Harvey on Aug. 30.

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Harvey Feel Like Katrina Déjà Vu? Not So Fast

7:03pm August 31, 2017

by John Burnett

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.

Kelli Walker wasn't able to get into her family's home, on the other side of the brick wall, because of the depth of the rising floodwater in Houston on Tuesday.

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Three Reasons Houston Was A 'Sitting Duck' For Harvey Flooding

6:35pm August 31, 2017

by David Schaper

Urban planning experts say Houston's flat landscape, outdated drainage system and unchecked development have left the city vulnerable to catastrophic flooding.

Eman Razwan (left), plays with volunteer Ania Charna.

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At Al-Salam Mosque In Houston, All Are Welcome

5:40pm August 31, 2017

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.

Larry Koser Jr. (left) and his son, Matthew, look for important papers and heirlooms inside his house after it was flooded by heavy rains from Hurricane Harvey.

Insurers Gear Up For Deluge Of Claims, Hope To Avoid Sandy Repeat

5:27pm August 31, 2017

by Charles Lane

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.

Troy King navigates his boat through a flooded portion of Highway 90 in Houston on his way to rescue the Galvan family.

Riding With A Rescue Mission In The Surreal, Perilous Texas Floods

1:20pm August 31, 2017

by John Burnett

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.

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Workers begin repairs to a wall that was lost in the wake of Hurricane Harvey on Wednesday in Rockport, Texas. Most insurance policies don't cover flooding damage.

In Storm-Tossed Houston Area, Most Homeowners Lack Flood Insurance

11:48am August 31, 2017

by Jim Zarroli

Congress is widely expected to approve billions in aid for flood-stricken areas, but it may take awhile to arrive.

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This view of Tropical Storm Harvey flooding in Houston on Tuesday shows why even the storm-hardy Waffle House had to close two of its restaurants in the city.

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Keep It Simple And Stay Open: The Waffle House Storm Menu

7:44pm August 29, 2017

by Uri Berliner

The 24/7 comfort-food chain is notable for keeping the doors open when hurricanes and natural disasters strike, but two of its restaurants in Houston have had to close because of Harvey.