The Houston area looks like an inland sea dotted by islands, and Gov. Greg Abbott said people needed to prepare for “a new and different normal for this entire region.”The death toll rose to 10, and was expected to rise further, and about 30,000 were likely to seek emergency shelter, officials said.The Times is offering unlimited access to our storm coverage.Share Article: "With Waters Still Rising, Governor Warns of Long Recovery"
A Guide: The Storm So FarHere’s a quick, complete guide to what our reporters have seen in Texas.Share Article: "A Guide: The Storm So Far"
Tamir Kalifa for The New York TimesTexans with boats are patrolling neighborhoods around Houston and bringing residents stranded by flooding to safety.Share Article: "Harvey Flood Rescues: ‘We Got About 100 People Out’"
Alyssa Schukar for The New York TimesHospitals Inundated, With Many Cut OffThe region’s world-renowned health care infrastructure found itself battered, with hospitals and nursing homes flooded and ambulances immobilized.The response to the storm promises answers to whether health officials learned lessons from the catastrophe of Katrina.Share Article: "Hospitals Inundated, With Many Cut Off"
Coffee and cots in the Houston convention center that serves as the hub of an enormous relief operation.
The mayor of Houston was faced with a no-win situation in deciding whether to tell residents to stay or go.
Moments of Hope and Inspiration Rise Above the ChaosIn the face of the dire conditions wrought by Hurricane Harvey, moments of humanity, heroism and selflessness have been documented on social media.Share Article: "Moments of Hope and Inspiration Rise Above the Chaos"
Harvey’s Destructive Path Through TexasSee maps of the storm’s path and predicted rainfall along the Gulf Coast.Share Article: "Harvey’s Destructive Path Through Texas"
From left, Ángel Franco/The New York Times; Alyssa Schukar for The New York TimesHow Does Hurricane Harvey Compare With Katrina?Although it is still unfolding, Harvey, now a tropical storm, evokes comparisons with Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Here’s a look at similarities and differences.Share Article: "How Does Hurricane Harvey Compare With Katrina?"
Hurricane to Cost Billions, but Recovery May Be QuickEconomists say the short-term effects could be severe in a region crucial to oil, chemicals and trade, but rebuilding may be a boon later.Share Article: "Hurricane to Cost Billions, but Recovery May Be Quick"
Mark Von Holden/WireImageMoscow Tower Deal Could Make Trump President, Ally SaidEmails show that Felix Sater promised to get Vladimir Putin’s support for a Trump Tower in Moscow. “Our boy can become president of the USA and we can engineer it,” Mr. Sater wrote.Share Article: "Moscow Tower Deal Could Make Trump President, Ally Said"
With a Drop of Saliva, Family Histories Are RewrittenWidespread DNA testing has shed light on the ancestry of millions of Americans. But these services have limitations, and the results can be uncertain.Share Article: "With a Drop of Saliva, Family Histories Are Rewritten"
Your Tuesday BriefingHere’s what you need to know to start your day.Share Article: "Your Tuesday Briefing"
Japan Tells Residents to Take Cover as North Korea Fires MissileIt was the first time a North Korean projectile had crossed over Japan since 2009.
Where to Donate to Harvey Victims (and How to Avoid Scams)Find out how to help those affected by the devastating flooding in Texas.
Iran Upholds Convictions of Iranian-American Father and SonThe decision could further worsen relations with Iran.
