Tuesday morning: Predictions indicate that Tropical Storm Harold is expected to reach the coastline around Port Mansfield sometime between 8-11 am. The 4 am forecast cone has adjusted slightly southward compared to the previous projection. The area is still on track to experience considerable rainfall, accompanied by strong winds and a minimal possibility of tornadoes. Tropical Storm Warnings are active across the entire Coastal Bend until...
The scorching summer temperatures in South Texas have had a significant impact on both the water supply of Corpus Christi and the condition of residents' lawns and outdoor plants. Esteban Ramos, the Water Resource Manager for Corpus Christi Water, elucidated the city's water-sourcing process, which relies on Lake Corpus Christi and the Choke Canyon Reservoir. Lately, the collective storage capacity of these reservoirs stood at approximately 36...
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has notified Texans to practice energy conservation on Thursday due to the anticipated extreme temperatures, projected high energy demand, and diminished reserves. This advisory, known as the Voluntary Conservation Notice, is an integral component of ERCOT's Texas Advisory and Notification System (TXANS), which informs the public about grid conditions. In response to heightened temperatures,...
While the primary focus of Tuesday's Corpus Christi City Council vote for the special election on November 7th was the expansion of the American Bank Center, council members have additional items in mind for the ballot. Among these are plans for regional city parks, diverse street improvements, and the addition of new routes to the Corpus Christi International Airport. Officials aim to redirect Type A sales taxes from the City's multipurpose...
On Thursday, many community members, business leaders, elected officials, and prominent figures gathered at the American Bank Center. The occasion was the Corpus Christi mayor's annual State of the City address. While various subjects were discussed, the focus was on the city's streets. Guajardo conveyed, "Our primary emphasis lies in street repair, and gratifyingly, we are witnessing substantial advancements. Amongst all endeavors to bolster...
