Weather Facts: Has Rain Ended the Drought?
In the last few months we've received some much needed rain. Many of you have emailed us wondering where we stand with the drought and how much more rain do we
Weather Facts: Tornados in Central Texas
In the wake of the EF1 tornado that struck areas near Highway 290 and Springdale Road last week, FOX 7 took a look back to see how often tornadoes have hit
Weather Facts: La Nina Produces Violent Storms
Ben Robbins of Austin wants to know if La Nina is enhancing more violent tornadoes across the United States.
Weather Facts: Different Types of Freezes
Many Central Texans are wondering what the difference is between a regular freeze and a hard freeze.
Weather Facts: Halos Around Sun, Moon
Amada C. of La Grange wants to know what caused the halo like ring around the sun and moon that was seen last week.
Weather Facts: Hole Punch Clouds
Many Austinites asked about the cause of the strange looking clouds that were seen in the area last week. Many said it looked like Mother Nature punched holes
Weather Facts: 2011 Top Weather Stories
2011 is rapidly coming to an end FOX 7 Meteorologist Zack Shields takes a look back at the top weather stories of year for Central Texas.
Weather Facts: 2011 Hurricane Season Recap
The 2011 hurricane season is officially over. Did it end up being a very busy season? Here is the recap.
Weather Facts: November Tornadoes
Mike Campbell of Austin asked how rare November tornadoes are and how they happen this late in the year.
Weather Facts: The Smell Of Rain
Gabe McDade wants to know what causes the rain to smell.
Weather Facts: Lake Travis Levels During Drought
Jessica Phillips of Austin wonders if Lake Travis has reached its lowest level and how long will it go if the drought rolls on
Weather Facts: Winter Weather
The Farmers Almanac is calling for a mild and wet winter but the new winter outlook from NOAA is out and it doesn't look promising. Two weather events from the
Weather Facts: Late Season Hurricanes
Rich Campbell of Austin wonders about the strongest hurricane to pop up after Halloween and how many have hit the United States.
Weather Facts: La Nina
Jan Marshall of Austin wants to know if La Nina is making a comeback already and what kind of weather we can expect this fall and winter.
Weather Facts: 100 Day History
This summer we made weather history with 80 plus triple digit days. We just shattered a record that has been around since 1925.
Weather Facts: Formation of Hurricanes
Many are wondering how hurricanes are formed.