October 11, 2024
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Today we're looking at how La Niña might affect Texas' weather in the coming months...
Let's start with this: It's worth knowing that La Niña is the most important oceanic temperature pattern for our wintertime weather, according to one expert.
So what kind of La Niña can we expect? Well, it will be drier, for one.
"It's been relatively dry over the past couple of months, so a continuation of dry weather could allow more widespread drought to develop," said John Nielsen-Gammon, the state climatologist and director of the Southern Regional Climate Center.
Dry conditions, in fact, prompted Harris County leaders to issue a burn ban earlier this week.
Read Justin Ballard's article to find out when we might get freezing weather.
📰 Need to Know
- CHEMICAL INCIDENT: A release of the chemical hydrogen sulfide at a Pemex refinery in Deer Park killed at least two refinery workers and injured a minimum of 35 other people, prompting a shelter-in-place order for much of the evening, authorities said.
- ABORTION CASE DROPPED: A Texas man who sued three women for allegedly helping his ex-wife obtain a medication abortion has dropped his claims, according to defendants.
- PARENTS CONCERNED: Harvard Elementary School parents worry for their teachers and curriculum after the school's principal is placed on administrative leave.
- CINEMA ARTS FESTIVAL: The 16th edition of the city's leading indie-film fest also features Houston director Haley Elizabeth Anderson's "Tendaberry," a 4K restoration of "Basquiat" and a live set from Swamp Dogg.
- REBURIALS COMING: Metro is moving ahead with plans to reinter the remains of dozens of people who were discovered last year under Lockwood Drive near a historic Black cemetery in Fifth Ward.
- CO2 DEBATE: Exxon joins Chevron and other oil companies in the race to develop CO2 storage sites as carbon capture gains traction as a climate solution.
🍂 Things To Do This Weekend
- THINGS TO DO: Our weekend top picks also include Gangstagrass at Miller Outdoor Theatre, the Korean Festival, Katy Rice Festival and more.
- AT THE MOVIES: The Houston-shot "Deliveries from Eva," "Average Joe" and "Daaaaaalí!" are also landing on our screens.
- ON STAGE: Norah Jones, ELO, Vince Bell and Chris Smither are among top Houston live events this week.
- BAYOU CITY ART FESTIVAL: For more than 50 years, the festival has featured unique art and given visitors the chance to meet artists from around the world.
- WOODLANDS PRIDE: The 6th annual festival is Saturday at Town Green Park and features live music and entertainment, drag performances and offerings from more than 100 local businesses.
🧠 Point of View
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📅 Events at the Chronicle
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Event: Will the $4.4B Houston ISD bond really help?
Chronicle readers are invited to a private Zoom on Oct. 16 with Houston Chronicle Editorial Board members. They will discuss key issues and races that Houstonians will be voting on this November, including their recommendation regarding the $4.4 billion HISD bond.
☝️ One Last Word
Earlier this week, we asked about your favorite Houston-area fall or Halloween activities. We didn't get any responses, but I did give it some thought these last few days.
The Round Top Antiques Fair is one of my favorite fall activities. Heck, it's one of my favorite spring activities, too.
My mind also goes back to years ago, when Fright Fest was held at AstroWorld every weekend in October. I miss that.
Puzzle of the Day: Typeshift
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