Books
August 12, 2021
The Flood That Changed San Antonio, for Better and Worse
One hundred years ago this month, a natural disaster devastated the city's poorest neighborhoods—and then transformed its politics.
Flooding
Best Thing In Texas
September 20, 2019
The Best Thing in Texas: Imelda Edition
The storm’s consequences have been serious, but people affected by it have found ways to be joyful nonetheless.
News & Politics
September 20, 2019
Here We Go Again: Houston, Flooding, and the Five Stages of Grief
Like many in Houston, I've fallen into a predictable pattern as I’ve adapted to the increasingly extreme weather here.
News & Politics
September 19, 2019
Tropical Depression Imelda Might Be Worse Than Harvey for Parts of Southeast Texas
Beaumont, Houston, and Jefferson County are being inundated by rain.
Border & Immigration
January 23, 2019
Potential Flooding Dangers from the Border Wall Must Be Studied, San Antonio Lawmaker Says
A bill introduced by State Representative Roland Gutierrez also directs state agencies to determine how new wall construction would affect water quality and environmental contamination.
The Daily Post
June 16, 2015
Hi, Tropical #Bill: What to Expect, How to Stay Safe, and Who Will Get Hit the Worst
Tropical Storm Bill is on his way, and the already-saturated state of Texas is doing all it can to get ready.
Business
June 11, 2015
How Not to Buy a Flooded Car
With massive flooding throughout Texas, used car buyers should beware. Here are some ways to ensure that you don’t pick up a waterlogged lemon.
The Daily Post
May 26, 2015
The Central Texas Memorial Day Flood 2015 Is One for the History Books
The highest flood ever recorded in the state of Texas wreaked havoc on the Blanco and tore through downtown Austin over Memorial Day weekend.
Being Texan
April 1, 1987
The Flash Flood
In a land of contrasts, a few hours can mean the difference between drought and deluge.