Tommy House

Austin

Meteorologist at KXAN-TV (Austin, TX)

Meteorologist at @KXAN_News covering Texas weather.

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Articles

How to keep your dogs safe during summer heat

5 days ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with Dr. Rena Carlson, who is the immediate past President of the American Veterinarian Association to learn more.
Saharan dust continues to sweep toward the Gulf coast

1 week ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A plume of Saharan dust is expected to arrive to the United States in the coming days. You may notice haze in our atmosphere, with more vivid sunrises and sunsets. What is Saharan dust? Saharan dust is made up of particles of sand and other minerals from the Saharan Desert in Africa. Dust get swept into the atmosphere by strong winds aloft and can travel thousands of miles across the Atlantic Ocean, carried by trade winds.
Saharan dust continues to sweep toward the Gulf coast

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A plume of Saharan dust is expected to arrive to the United States in the coming days. You may notice haze in our atmosphere, with more vivid sunrises and sunsets. What is Saharan dust? Saharan dust is made up of particles of sand and other minerals from the Saharan Desert in Africa. Dust get swept into the atmosphere by strong winds aloft and can travel thousands of miles across the Atlantic Ocean, carried by trade winds.
Explaining the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale

2 weeks ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - As hurricane season is quickly approaching, let's remind you about the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale. This scale is designed to categorize hurricanes based on wind speed and is made up of five categories. A Category 1 storm is assigned to minimal hurricanes, and Category 5 is assigned to a catastrophic storm. Category 1 In a Category 1 hurricane, damage is generally minimal.
Explaining the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — As hurricane season is quickly approaching, let’s remind you about the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale. This scale is designed to categorize hurricanes based on wind speed and is made up of five categories. A Category 1 storm is assigned to minimal hurricanes, and Category 5 is assigned to a catastrophic storm. Category 1In a Category 1 hurricane, damage is generally minimal.
Essential items for your car emergency kit

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — It’s always important to stay prepared in case of emergencies while traveling. AAA Texas provides numerous helpful resources to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road. Meteorologist Tommy House sat down with Daniel Armbruster, who is a AAA Texas representative, to learn more. Meteorologist Tommy House: I want to discuss roadside assistance and kits that people should have in their cars.
Huge temperature swings

3 weeks ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - Weather during May is full of surprises. In this week's travel forecast, we break down a big weather pattern change, discussing excessive heat, heavy rain, severe weather, and springtime snow. This forecast covers the period from May 11 to May 18. In the Southern Plains, a strong ridge of high pressure will deliver warmer-than-normal temperatures for millions across the country, with record-high temperatures expected.
Tommy’s Travel Forecast: Huge temperature swings

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Weather during May is full of surprises. In this week’s travel forecast, we break down a big weather pattern change, discussing excessive heat, heavy rain, severe weather, and springtime snow. This forecast covers the period from May 11 to May 18. In the Southern Plains, a strong ridge of high pressure will deliver warmer-than-normal temperatures for millions across the country, with record-high temperatures expected.
Why temps will rise nearly 20° by Tuesday

3 weeks ago | kxan.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) - A potentially historic heatwave is becoming more likely in the coming few days. All-time May record high temperatures are forecast to be broken for several cities in Central Texas. LATEST FORECAST: From the First Warning Weather team Widespread Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are expected to be issued as early as Tuesday.
Why temps will rise nearly 20° by Tuesday

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Tommy House

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A potentially historic heatwave is becoming more likely in the coming few days. All-time May record high temperatures are forecast to be broken for several cities in Central Texas. LATEST FORECAST: From the First Warning Weather teamWidespread Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are expected to be issued as early as Tuesday.