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Perry issues disaster declaration for 40 counties

Texas

Gov. Rick Perry declared parts of Texas a disaster area Thursday, a day after the surprisingly strong storm flooded parts of central and northern Texas. At least two people died and authorities are searching for four people who were swept away by floodwaters.

Perry issues disaster declaration for 40 counties

Updated 09/09/2010 03:41 PM


STAR Flight fleet rescues 13 victims of Hermine

Austin

Austin STAR Flight made 13 rescues and responded to more than 20 dispatches as Tropical Storm Hermine passed through Central Texas Wednesday.

STAR Flight fleet rescues 13 victims of Hermine

09/09/2010 10:30 AM


Round Rock residents pick up the salvageable pieces

Round Rock

The cleanup has begun, after rain brought on by Tropical Storm Hermine wiped people out of their homes this week. The Round Rock West neighborhood was one of those hardest hit.

Round Rock residents pick up the salvageable pieces

09/09/2010 06:15 PM


Storm damage leaves Belton residents without much help

Belton

Some Belton residents say they're not getting the help they need, after being forced out of their homes Wednesday because of flooding.

Storm damage leaves Belton residents without much help

09/09/2010 08:58 PM


Old Spicewood Springs Road flooding a frequent problem

Austin

Portions of Old Spicewood Springs Road are still closed due to Tropical Storm Hermine’s heavy rainfall. Some parts of the road have been ripped away by fast moving water, while certain low-water crossings remain underwater.

Old Spicewood Springs Road flooding a frequent problem

09/09/2010 07:12 PM


APD working to help property owners recover losses

Austin

It's still a mess out on Lake Austin and police are working hard to help residents claim property that might have washed away in Tropical Storm Hermine.

APD working to help property owners recover losses

09/09/2010 08:16 PM


Hermine rainfall takes out Holland water main

Bell County

While the remnants of Tropical Storm Hermine gave some people in Bell County too much water, for others, the storm also took it away.

Hermine rainfall takes out Holland water main

09/09/2010 08:34 PM


High waters shut down swimming holes, trails

Austin

Flooding from Tropical Storm Hermine has prompted the City of Austin to close the Barton Creek Greenbelt, Barton Springs Pool and parts of the Lady Bird Lake Hike and Bike Trail.

High waters shut down swimming holes, trails

Updated 09/09/2010 06:19 PM


APD searching for woman who disappeared at bridge crossing

Austin

The Austin Police Department says 51-year-old Jennifer Ring is known to drive a Lexus SUV, similar to the one that was swept into the water at the RM 2222-Bull Creek bridge Tuesday night.

APD searching for woman who disappeared at bridge crossing

09/09/2010 03:52 PM


High School Football Gridiron Kickoff: Week two

Week two Gridiron Kickoff Show.

09/09/2010 11:04 PM

Horns plan to pass more

The Horns ran the ball a lot against Rice, but they plan to pass more in the future.

09/09/2010 10:51 PM



App Wrap: Educational games for youngsters

Parents and children have a large variety of apps to choose from when it comes to education. Find out some of the best things to look for in your child's next education app.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>App Wrap: </em></span>Educational games for youngsters

Arts Minute: Theatre, symphony, more

Here’s the inside scoop on what’s hot this week in the arts.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Arts Minute: </em></span> Theatre, symphony, more

Flix File: Resident Evil: Afterlife, The Virginity Hit, more

News 8's Victor Diaz runs down what's new this weekend in local theaters.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Flix File: </em></span>Resident Evil: Afterlife, The Virginity Hit, more




Health Beat: Fixing foot drop

Foot drop is a condition in which a person can't life their foot because of paralysis or weakness. Now, doctors are testing a unique device to help patients.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Health Beat: </em></span>Fixing foot drop

Health Beat: Zapping overactive bladders

Doctors are "zapping" overactive bladders without surgery.

<span style="color:#990000"><em>Health Beat: </em></span>Zapping overactive bladders

4-foot waves, whitecaps rage over Barton Springs Pool

Anybody who has ever been to Barton Springs Pool probably wouldn't have recognized it Wednesday thanks to heavy rain from the remnants of Tropical Storm Hermine. Scientists say the flooding from Hermine may change Austin's landscape for years to come.

4-foot waves, whitecaps rage over Barton Springs Pool




Crews locate 1 of 2 men swept away by floodwaters

New Braunfels

The search resumed Thursday for 28-year-old Nikos Paraskevopoulos of Alexandria, La., and 23-year-old Derek Joel-Nelson Clemens of Baldwin, Mich. after they were swept away by the fast moving current on the Guadalupe River.

Crews locate 1 of 2 men swept away by floodwaters

Updated 09/09/2010 04:31 PM


LCRA ends all Highland Lakes floodgate operations

Austin

The Lower Colorado River Authority had to open all five gates at Tom Miller Dam, between Lake Austin and Lady Bird Lake, at one point.

LCRA ends all Highland Lakes floodgate operations

09/09/2010 05:50 PM


Flood sweeps through Belton streets, homes

Belton

The City of Belton was under a local state of emergency Wednesday, after heavy rainfall led to flooding in parts of the city. High water levels led to the closure of some roads, while rescue crews helped dozens of residents to safety.

Flood sweeps through Belton streets, homes

09/08/2010 06:32 PM


City council may flip the switch on Trail of Lights

Austin

Several Austin City Council members say the nearly $375,000 it takes to put on the Trail of Lights would be better spent on maintenance of city parks.

City council may flip the switch on Trail of Lights

09/09/2010 06:25 PM


Strengthening La Nina could mean more hurricanes

Travis County

The update from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on Thursday comes as residents of Texas are cleaning up from the deluge of Tropical Storm Hermine and Tropical Storm Igor is drifting in the Atlantic.

Strengthening La Nina could mean more hurricanes

09/09/2010 12:34 PM


Central Texas on alert as flood waters claim 1 life

Central Texas

Flooding Updates: The heavy rain continued late Tuesday evening and into Wednesday morning, causing water rescues, evacuations and multiple road closures throughout Central Texas. Officials are looking for possible victims of the flood.

Central Texas on alert as flood waters claim 1 life

Updated 09/08/2010 02:53 PM


Austin officials warn of 2 potential wastewater spills

Austin

Flooding and lightning have affected two Austin Water lift stations, potentially causing two separate wastewater spills.

Austin officials warn of 2 potential wastewater spills

09/08/2010 07:39 PM


Search underway for driver swept away by floodwaters

Austin

Two drivers attempted to pass over the bridge at FM 2222. The water rose over the barricade at FM 2222 and Lakewood Drive. They were attempting to rescue a female driver when another vehicle drove around the barricades.

Search underway for driver swept away by floodwaters

Updated 09/08/2010 07:28 PM

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