Politics Aug 29 Watch 4:18 As Harvey floods Texas, Congress due to debate insurance program that’s underwater A vast majority of Texas homeowners in areas under water from Tropical Storm Harvey lack flood insurance, and how to help them is sure to be a big political fight in Washington. Lisa Desjardins joins Miles O’Brien to take a… By PBS News Hour
Nation Aug 29 Watch 4:56 How Houston hospitals prepared for Hurricane Harvey In a major flood event like Tropical Storm Harvey, hospitals are both some of the most critical infrastructure and among the most vulnerable. Miles O’Brien talks to Bill McKeon, president and CEO of Texas Medical Center, about the crisis. By PBS News Hour
Nation Aug 29 Watch 7:05 Record-breaking Harvey overwhelms dams, washes thousands out of their homes Southeastern Texas has been pushed to the brink, as torrents poured through downtown Houston, aging dams and a levee overflowed and rescue crews worked through the night. Tropical Storm Harvey continues to soak up moisture and is expected to make… By PBS News Hour