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• ‘The problem isn’t solved:’ Mission woman raising concerns over broken manhole near her home Play Video

  November 26, 2025 5:18 PM

  A Mission woman said she’s been trying to get the city to take action regarding a manhole near her home. Idolina Hernandez lives on 4th Street near Conway avenue, and said that for the past year, a broken manhole is causing big problems in the area. “If you... more »

• Hurricane Melissa leaves trail of destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica

  October 29, 2025 5:54 PM

  SANTIAGO DE CUBA, Cuba (AP) — Hurricane Melissa left at least dozens dead amid widespread destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica, where roofless homes, toppled utility poles and water-logged furniture dominated the landscape Wednesday. A landslide blocked the main roads of Santa Cruz in Jamaica's St. Elizabeth parish, where... more »

• Melissa strengthens into a Category 4 hurricane, threatening catastrophic flooding in Jamaica, Haiti

  October 26, 2025 10:29 AM

  KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Hurricane Melissa strengthened into a major Category 4 hurricane, with the possibility of intensifying to a Category 5 storm Sunday night, unleashing torrential rain and threatening to cause catastrophic flooding in the northern Caribbean, including Haiti and Jamaica, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said. The... more »

• Town hall to be held to discuss upcoming bond election for Cameron County drainage projects Play Video

  October 7, 2025 3:34 PM

  Cameron County Drainage District No. 6 is having several town halls this week. The goal is to educate voters about a bond election that'll be on the ballot for some Cameron County voters. The first town hall is scheduled for Tuesday in La Feria. Officials will meet with... more »

• Repairs underway for San Benito road damaged by March floods Play Video

  October 7, 2025 10:40 AM

  Some relief could be on the way for some neighbors at Green Valley Farms. Roads were damaged after the storms in March and the bumpy road could start to smooth out. The noticeable change is exciting for people who live on Cactus Lane. "Finally we're getting the street... more »

• Cameron County asking residents to fill out survey for new hazard mitigation plan Play Video

  September 25, 2025 3:36 PM

  The streets of the Green Valley Farm neighborhood near San Benito are currently dry. During the March 2025 flood, residents there said floodwaters almost reached their mailboxes. “It was horrible, I couldn't come over here at all,” Esmeralda Garza said. Garza said she had to wait a... more »

• Camp Mystic plans partial reopening in 2026 after devastating floods

  September 24, 2025 11:35 AM

  " Camp Mystic plans partial reopening in 2026 after devastating floods " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Bryan Road in Mission will close due to major drainage project Play Video

  September 7, 2025 12:49 PM

  Beginning this week, one of the Mission's main roads will be closed as part of a multi-million dollar project to help with flooding. A major drainage project is in the works in Mission. City officials are closing down Business 83 to FM 495 starting on Wednesday. The project... more »

• New Harlingen drainage project aims to prevent flooding with deeper, wider canal Play Video

  September 5, 2025 10:55 PM

  A new drainage project is underway in Harlingen near Loop 499 and Sunshine Strip. The goal is to prevent flooding by making a canal deeper and wider. "I'm hopeful, and I'm praying that it works. I'm very grateful that they're doing something and that they're listening to us,"... more »

• Alamo city leaders to hold town hall meeting to discuss Duranta drainage project Play Video

  August 31, 2025 1:38 PM

  Many people across the Rio Grande Valley have drainage concerns. The city of Alamo will be holding a town hall meeting to discuss the upcoming Duranta drainage project. Residents will be able to voice any concerns or ask any questions they may have about the project. The town... more »

• A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding

  August 28, 2025 10:58 AM

  " A Texas congressman is quietly helping Elon Musk pitch building $760M tunnels under Houston to ease flooding " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. ... more »

• Hurricane Erin explodes in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean

  August 16, 2025 11:51 AM

  SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Hurricane Erin exploded in strength to a Category 5 storm in the Caribbean on Saturday, rapidly powering up from a tropical storm in a single day, the National Hurricane Center said. While the compact hurricane's center wasn't expected to hit land, it threatened... more »

• As the floods hit, Kerrville officials’ messages show lack of information about what was coming

  July 31, 2025 9:58 AM

  " As the floods hit, Kerrville officials’ messages show lack of information about what was coming " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for... more »

• What to know as Texas' search for flood victims stretches into a 3rd week

  July 19, 2025 11:15 AM

  AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The search for victims of deadly flooding in Texas Hill Country is headed into its third week as officials try to pin down exactly how many people remain missing and lawmakers prepare to discuss authorities' initial response and providing better warning systems. Flash floods killed... more »

• Newly formed Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee will visit Kerr County

  July 16, 2025 12:08 PM

  " Newly formed Texas disaster preparedness and flooding committee will visit Kerr County " was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up for The Brief ,... more »

• Free legal services being provided at Valley disaster recovery centers Play Video

  June 18, 2025 9:34 PM

  More than $45 million in federal aid has approved for victims of the March 2025 storms that flooded much of the Rio Grande Valley. While not everyone will receive the help they need, other options for help are available. Representatives from Texas RioGrande Legal Aid are at select... more »

• Deaths in San Antonio rise to 11 and some are still missing after heavy storms, officials say

  June 14, 2025 2:23 PM

  SAN ANTONIO (AP) — The number of deaths from drenching rains in San Antonio rose to 11 people on Friday and crews searched for others still missing a day after fast-rising floodwaters tossed and swept away more than a dozen cars into a creek. Search teams combed low-water crossings... more »

• Crews assessing storm damage in Hidalgo County, over 37,000 outages reported Play Video

  June 12, 2025 7:10 PM

  A total of more than 37,000 power outages have been reported in Hidalgo County. Outage maps from AEP Texas and Magic Valley Electric Cooperative shows 37,785 outages in Hidalgo County as of 11:30 p.m. Thursday following a severe thunderstorm warning throughout the Rio Grande Valley. An... more »

• At least 5 dead and 2 missing in San Antonio after heavy rains flood parts of Texas

  June 12, 2025 10:49 AM

  SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Heavy rains in San Antonio rapidly flooded roads, swept away submerged cars and sent some people scrambling up trees to escape fast-rising waters Thursday while firefighters made dozens of rescues across the nation's seventh-largest city. At least five people died and two were still missing, authorities... more »

• Additional disaster recovery centers to open across the Valley Play Video

  May 29, 2025 10:41 PM

  There will soon be seven disaster recovery centers across the Rio Grande Valley, according to a news release. Three new centers will open on Friday, May 30. The centers, in coordination with the Texas Division of Emergency Management, FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration, will provide aid to... more »

• City of Alton preparing for $8 million drainage project Play Video

  May 28, 2025 10:50 PM

  The city of Alton is investing in an $8 million drainage project to combat flooding. Residents living on Madison Street said the road turned into a lake during the 2018 and 2020 storms, and again in March 2025 during the historic rainfall and flooding event. "You could literally... more »

• Small Business Administration opens recovery center in Harlingen Play Video

  May 28, 2025 8:40 PM

  The U.S. Small Business Administration opened a recovery center in Harlingen to assist small businesses, private nonprofit organizations, and residents who sustained damage from the March 2025 severe storms and flooding, according to a news release. The Business Recovery Center will be located at the Harlingen Chamber of Commerce,... more »

• Disaster unemployment assistance available in the Rio Grande Valley Play Video

  May 26, 2025 6:44 PM

  The Texas Workforce Commission is now accepting applications for disaster unemployment assistance, according to a Monday news release. The assistance is for those who have been unable to work due to damage sustained from severe storms and flooding due to the March 2025 historic rainfall and flooding event. ... more »

• Trump signs disaster declaration following March floods in the Valley

  May 23, 2025 11:44 AM

  Harlingen Mayor Norma Sepulveda and Congressman Vicente Gonzalez have confirmed President Donald Trump has signed a Federal Disaster Declaration for the Rio Grande Valley in response to the March floods. Sepulveda made the announcement in a Facebook post. In a news release from the office of Congressman Gonzalez,... more »

• New State Law to Help Fund Valley Flood Control Projects, Research Play Video

  January 6, 2020 6:55 PM

  WESLACO – A new state law could help flood prevention and research in the Rio Grande Valley. Devastating flooding hit the region two years in a row. Not long ago, Mary Salazar’s home was under water. Six months after the recent flooding, a wall is her next line of... more »

• Valley Flood Victims Struggling with Expenses during Holidays Play Video

  December 24, 2019 10:09 PM

  SANTA ROSA – It’s been a tough Christmas for many who are still paying for damage from this year’s June floods. The roads in Santa Rosa right now are clear and dry, but the damage is done. The marks left over the walls. The losses inside homes and out.... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Drainage to Hold Public Meeting to Update on Project Progress Play Video

  December 13, 2019 6:50 PM

  WESLACO – People in Weslaco are looking for answers about the multi-million dollar project happening in their backyard. One of the 38 bond projects in Hidalgo County is near Mile 9 Road and FM 1015. The project will hopefully bring flood relief to the area of the Las... more »

• IBWC Seeks Public's Input on Future Drainage Project in Harlingen Play Video

  December 12, 2019 10:27 PM

  HARLINGEN – Drainage continues to be a major issue for the Rio Grande Valley. An improvement project is now planned for the main floodway in Harlingen. In a region as flat as the Valley, getting the water to move at all is a tall order. The Arroyo Colorado... more »

• NWS: Valley's Increased Temperatures, Floods 'Troubling'

  November 4, 2019 10:45 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – A National Weather Service meteorologist pointed to record high temperatures and our recent flood events, saying they correlate levels of carbon dioxide, calling the trends 'troubling.' "These are your top five hottest years on record," said Barry Goldsmith, a NWS meteorologist. Goldsmith presented government charts documenting... more »

• Valley Family Runs into Insurance Woes amid Home Restoration from Floods Play Video

  October 28, 2019 5:41 PM

  HARLINGEN – A mother and son are still feeling the aftermath of the June floods. Their home was left uninhabitable and have been living in a hotel ever since. They are also both disabled. After the floods, they say they hired a contractor to renovate their home. Now, that... more »

• Local Leaders Hope Senator's Tour of Valley Drainage Projects Pushes for Extra Funding Play Video

  October 14, 2019 6:31 PM

  MCALLEN – Local drainage problems are attracting the attention of top lawmakers in Washington, DC. Back-to-back summer floods have cost taxpayers in the Rio Grande Valley millions of dollars. On Monday, U.S. Senator John Cornyn took a tour of some of the Hidalgo County drainage projects, including the... more »

• Agency Hosts Online Disaster Preparation Event for Small Businesses Play Video

  September 18, 2019 12:33 PM

  WESLACO – A government agency is providing tips to help small businesses be prepared for a natural disaster. Pike Blvd in Weslaco has experienced major damage from flooding in the past. An employee at a restaurant nearby the road says she worries about how much a disaster could... more »

• USDA Grants $150M to Help Valley Farmers Impacted by Flooding Play Video

  September 16, 2019 5:36 PM

  MERCEDES – From too dry to too wet. Rio Grande Valley farmers and growers are saying too much rain can be a bad thing. Many local farmers are still recovering from losses due to flooding in June 2018 and June of this year. Right now, the Department of... more »

• Improvements Underway in La Villa due to Flooding Concerns Play Video

  September 12, 2019 11:36 PM

  LA VILLA – USDA recovery money is now up for grabs in the Rio Grande Valley and now cities are making changes of their own. Like many other areas in the Valley, when La Villa sees rain in the forecast, they worry about flooding. City leaders are working... more »

• Helping Children Cope with Anxiety Triggered by Rain Play Video

  September 3, 2019 5:36 PM

  WESLACO – More rain is expected for the next few days in the Rio Grande Valley. Some parents are worried it's causing frightening flashbacks for their children. Alicia Teran says her 3-year-old son witnessed their home flood back in June. As of now, he's still sensitive to... more »

• Valley Cities Open Sandbags Distribution Sites Ahead of Possible Severe Weather

  September 3, 2019 12:37 PM

  WESLACO – With a tropical depression formed in the Gulf, some Rio Grande Valley cities are announcing sandbag distribution sites. The following have announced locations for either Tuesday, Sept. 3 or Wednesday, Sept. 4. Brownsville Sept. 4 Cameron County Pct 1 2050 S. Browne Avenue 8 a.m. Limit... more »

• New State Law Requires Home Sellers to Disclose Flooding History Play Video

  August 23, 2019 5:29 PM

  WESLACO – A Weslaco man says he didn't know the flood history of his property before buying it after two years of flooding in the Rio Grande Valley. Armando Silva says his family has lived in their Weslaco home for more than 60 years; it flooded for the first... more »

• FEMA Representative Advises to Appeal if Denied for Assistance before Deadline Play Video

  August 21, 2019 6:19 PM

  WESLACO – There is less than a month before the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance in the Rio Grande Valley. Don’t disqualify yourself and don’t take matters into your own hands if you don’t have to. Just because your initial application was denied doesn’t mean you won’t... more »

• NWS Meteorologist: Various Factors Determine Drought to Impact Valley Play Video

  August 21, 2019 6:01 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Record rains in June left the drought monitor in the Rio Grande Valley on the positive side – for now. Periods of drought are nothing new in Texas, but what you might now know is rainfall is only part of the equation when it comes to calculating... more »

• FEMA Denies Valley Family Assistance While State Inspector Claims Home Unlivable Play Video

  August 20, 2019 5:38 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE – A Raymondville family has one more chance to receive FEMA assistance. According to them, FEMA has claimed twice their home is in livable conditions. June floodwaters forced Mary Rodriguez’s parents out of their home with nowhere to go, so she took them in. It was... more »

• Debris in Weslaco Picked Up Over a Month After Flooding Play Video

  August 2, 2019 5:09 PM

  WESLACO - Flood victims in Weslaco are still waiting for debris to get picked up. Esequiel Navarro lives in the Las Brisas neighborhood; he says he was forced to rebuild once again after last year’s flooding and now this year’s floods. "They told us, put the debris out... more »

• Cameron Co. Leaders Seek Funding for New Flood Control District Play Video

  July 31, 2019 9:41 PM

  BROWNSVILLE – Flood victims are still looking for answers as Cameron County decides on how to fund their new flood control district. Cameron County Judge Eddie Trevino and Commissioner Gus Ruiz were sworn in to oversee the flood control district Monday. Trevino tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS they're trying... more »

• Free Legal Assistance Available for Valley Flood Victims

  July 25, 2019 5:00 PM

  WESLACO – Multiple agencies and organizations are providing legal assistance to low-income individuals impacted by last month’s floods. Texas RioGrande Legal Aid, the State Bar of Texas, the American Bar Association Young Lawyers Division, FEMA along with other organizations will help flood victims with: Securing government benefits... more »

• One Month Later: Valley Flood Victims Begin to Rebuild Play Video

  July 24, 2019 3:17 PM

  SANTA ROSA – Wednesday marks the one month anniversary of the June storms. A number of Rio Grande Valley residents are still cleaning up after the flooding. CHANNEL 5 NEWS went back to visit one Santa Rosa man who's still on the road to recovery. A month... more »

• Recovery Centers Opening for Valley Residents, Businesses Impacted by Floods

  July 22, 2019 5:30 PM

  WESLACO – Recovery specialist will be on-hand this week to assist Rio Grande Valley flood victims and businesses impacted by last month’s floods. FEMA representatives, along with the Small Business Administration will be at the disaster recovery centers in Willacy and Hidalgo counties to help anyone to file an... more »

• City Leaders in Harlingen Concerned as Flood Recovery Efforts Continue Play Video

  July 17, 2019 5:19 PM

  HARLINGEN - Residents affected by the June floods are now eligible for FEMA funds as Cameron, Willacy, and Hidalgo counties were just declared disaster areas. The president's decision is bringing concerns to one city's leaders in Cameron county. Rodrigo Davila, Public Works Director for the city of... more »

• Last Day of Red Cross Resource Event for Residents Affected by Flooding Play Video

  July 12, 2019 5:26 PM

  ELSA – The American Red Cross shelter operations are back to normal; they are transitioning the shelters back to each respective county. Friday was the last resource event the American Red Cross held for those affected by the June floods. Three weeks ago floods destroyed Stephanie Garcia’s home... more »

• La Villa Focuses on Clearing Out Ditches of Debris Left from Floods Play Video

  July 9, 2019 5:17 PM

  LA VILLA – The streets are clear of floodwaters now in La Villa; the ditches are not. Inside ditches is where slushy green water, floating trash and plants continue to grow around the inside of a cracked canal. Some trash still sits in front of Nataly Marquez’s family... more »

• Local Community Agency Offers Displaced Families Temporary Lodging Play Video

  July 8, 2019 6:41 PM

  MONTE ALTO – For two weeks, several Rio Grande Valley families impacted by the recent flooding are staying with family or in hotel rooms. Angelica Sanchez lost her entire home when winds caused her trailer to fly into her neighbor’s home. The damage left the neighbor's home off... more »

• TCEQ Gives the Go-Ahead to Start Debris Pickup in Flood-Impacted Areas Play Video

  July 8, 2019 4:02 PM

  MONTE ALTO – Two weeks after floodwaters filled the streets of Monte Alto, damage is still visible in many homes and the debris sitting on curbsides is just starting to get picked up. The roof to the home of Jose Hernandez now sits in the front yard; the windows... more »

• Resource Center to Open in Cameron County to Aid Flood Victims

  July 8, 2019 1:28 PM

  LA FERA- A multi agency resource center will open in Cameron County on Wednesday. The center will located at La Feria Safe Room/Dome on 1700 South Main St. (corner of West Dodd Ln.) from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Residents can call American Red Cross for more details... more »

• Raymondville Business Working to Recover in Wake of Recent Flooding Play Video

  July 7, 2019 9:08 PM

  RAYMONDVILLE- Several valley businesses are working to rebound after flooding forced them to close their doors. A bakery employee tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS they were closed for three days and missed out on her paycheck. She's wondering how other businesses are coping. "I know some businesses are... more »

• Red Cross Volunteers Aiding Community With Disaster Relief Play Video

  July 6, 2019 9:50 PM

  HARLINGEN - Red Cross volunteers from across the country are assisting with cleanup following June 24th flooding. Red Cross Disaster Specialist, Axl David says they are helping communities across the Valley. He says, "We have been very busy, we were in Monte Alto yesterday (Friday), we had... more »

• Lyford Veteran Seeks Assistance with Cleanup after Flooding Play Video

  July 5, 2019 6:14 PM

  LYFORD – The cleanup process continues for people living in rural areas of the Hidalgo, Cameron and Willacy counties. CHANNEL 5 NEWS spokes to a veteran in Lyford who says he’s tried to do it alone, but he just can’t. His home is finally clear of water and... more »

• Cameron Co. Flood Victims Asked to File Report of Damages Play Video

  July 3, 2019 5:34 PM

  SANTA ROSA – A new message from storm victims from authorities in Cameron County. They want residents to report any kind of damage caused by last week’s storm. There are still places in the Rio Grande Valley experiencing flooding. The damage in these areas is extensive. ... more »

• Floodwaters Ravaged with Sewage, Dead Rodents near Santa Rosa Play Video

  July 2, 2019 5:16 PM

  NEAR SANTA ROSA – Cameron County officials are warning the public to stay away from an area surrounded by sewage. Floodwaters along a main road leading to Santa Rosa have gone down. However, Cameron County Emergency Management says people should wear a mask driving on FM 506, between... more »

• Email Address Setup for Residents to Report Storm Damage in Harlingen

  July 2, 2019 9:55 AM

  HARLINGEN – City officials are asking residents affected by last week’s floods to gather information regarding the amount of damage. In a Facebook post, the city says it’s important for the city to gather the most accurate information possible to help with the Federal Disaster Declaration. The city... more »

• HOV: Donations from Last Year Benefiting Low-Income Community Play Video

  July 1, 2019 5:15 PM

  WESLACO – Last week, more than 14 inches of rain fell in Willacy County, nearly a year after the great June floods of 2018. Many families lost everything and others are still sifting through what’s left. The Habitat for Humanity of the Rio Grande Valley executive director, Wayne... more »

• Monte Alto Family Left Devastated by Recent Flooding Play Video

  June 30, 2019 8:40 PM

  MONTE ALTO- A Monte Alto resident says recent flooding left his home a disaster. Jorge Marquez tells CHANNEL 5 NEWS flood waters were waist deep in his yard last week. He's tasked with the challenge of cleaning it up, but is in need of supplies. CHANNEL 5'S... more »

• 211 Available to Cameron County Residents Affected by Flooding Play Video

  June 30, 2019 4:52 PM

  CAMERON COUNTY- Residents affected by flooding in Cameron County are now able to call 2-1-1 to be connected with community services. The number is toll free and available 24/7. Disaster-related information includes debris clean-up, separation, pick-up, shelter locations and mosquito spraying. Operators are available in both English... more »

• Opening of Weslaco Boxing Gym Delayed Due to Recent Flooding Play Video

  June 29, 2019 8:55 PM

  WESLACO- A neighborhood boxing gym won't be opening in the next couple of weeks as planned. Noe Mendoza of Las Brisas Boxing Gym said in the middle of making repairs from last year's floods, his business was hit again. He told CHANNEL 5 NEWS his neighborhood has flooded... more »

• Free Cleaning Kits Available for Valley Flood Victims Play Video

  June 29, 2019 5:40 PM

  RIO GRANDE VALLEY- Free cleaning kits will be available to victims of recent flooding across the valley. The donations will be given out Sunday and Monday, courtesy of H-E-B. Pickup locations are as follows: Sunday June 30 La Feria County Precinct 4 Warehouse 26623... more »

• Hidalgo Co. Opens Legal Dumping Sites following Flooding Play Video

  June 28, 2019 9:34 PM

  MERCEDES – Flooded homes make a lot of trash; trash that sometimes gets illegally dumped into drainage ditches, but the Hidalgo County is working to make a change. Four days after the storms, Edcouch neighbors are still mucking through their flooded homes and neighborhood. Senovia Lomas is throwing... more »

• Primera Woman Aggravated over Recovery Efforts on Damaged Home Play Video

  June 26, 2019 6:19 PM

  PRIMERA – The streets are slowly drying out, making people anxious to start their recovery process. Sandbags were not enough for a Primera family to stop water from seeping into their home. “Where to put all this trash? I have no idea. It's, like, no help whatsoever. They... more »