Homeland Security adviser updates press on storm from WashingtonNational Weather Service says Kentucky and Tennessee will see floodingNews story: two explosions take place at Arkema chemical plant 1.03am BST 12.46am BST Houston city officials have provided an update on the response to tropical storm Harvey, noting that the calls for service are declining. Houston fire chief Samuel Peña said the city has received 16,000 calls for service throughout the storm, but 800 calls today since midnight – 22 of which were water rescues.“They are steadily diminishing,” he said. Peña also warned about potential wildlife, including snakes and rodents, winding up in damaged properties: “Be very cautious. It is a hazardous environment.” Mayor @sylvesterturner Chief @artacevedo & HFD Chief Pena board HPD helicopter to survey Houston https://t.co/IWwpkG7GUC Continue reading…
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