How climate change is connected to wildfire smoke pollution
Houston is dealing with a sustained haze from Mexico and Central America wildfires. While climate change doesn't necessarily cause the fires, it may play a role in whether the smoke hangs around, and that could pose a risk to your health.

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Smoky haze lingers over Houston, but help is on the way Saturday night
Smoke from seasonal fires in Mexico and Central America remains over Southeast Texas, and it will hang around until a stormy cool front arrives this weekend.

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  • Rip Current Statement

    * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Aransas Islands, Kleberg Islands, Nueces Islands and Calhoun Islands Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the most experienced swimmers away from shore into deeper water. These rip currents can become life-threatening to anyone entering the surf.More

  • Rip Current Statement

    * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents. * WHERE...Gulf-facing beaches, including the Matagorda Peninsula, Brazoria County beaches, Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.More



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