Strong localized winds can bounce due to interference between tall buildings, increasing pressure on walls and windows.

Researchers specifically focused on five Houston skyscrapers ... said the "bouncing" wind effect should be considered in future skyscraper designs. "Accounting for the unique effects of downbursts ...

A community meeting with the developers revealed even more details about the village — including new tenants and businesses — ...

CONTINUING COVERAGE: Downtown Houston skyscraper windows faced months-long ... To minimize the cost of future severe thunderstorm wind events, current design and construction guidelines should ...

The researchers analyzed Houston skyscraper damage and impacts from ... The researchers wrote they hoped this and future work would contribute to developing "more resilient tall building designs ...

Three Houston-area buildings are slated to be sold or have their leases terminated by the U.S. General Services ...

The Black son of a painter and maid grew riding the bus from Acres Homes to downtown. Fifty years later, he did his best to ...