The Atlantic hurricane season continues through November 30, and forecasters still monitor the Gulf and western Caribbean for late-season development. But for most of Texas, especially inland areas and the southern coastline, the most dangerous stretch of the season appears to be ending.

Stalled and overheated cars, endless gridlock and nearly 100 deaths. The deadly Hurricane Rita evacuation is still etched in the memories of many Houstonians 20 years later.

FEMA has declared September as National Preparedness Month, and ABC13 Meteorologist Elyse Smith has what you need to know about the latest evacuation procedures for southeast Texas.

It was both one of the most intense Atlantic Basin hurricanes on record, but also one of its most overshadowed. Here's why 2005's Hurricane Rita should never be forgotten.

In 2005, the eye of Hurricane Rita made landfall at the Texas-Louisiana border. The Category 3 storm was responsible for more than 100 deaths and more than $18.5 million in damage, bringing a devastating storm surge that only worsened the effects of Hurricane Katrina weeks before.

Hurricane Rita made landfall on September 24th, 2005, as a Category 3 Hurricane, causing an estimated $10 billion in damage and resulting in 7 direct fatalities in the US.

Through Gabrielle, it's hard to draw up a better hurricane season than what the tracks have shown. Here are the many amazing aspects of this season-to-date track map, according to meteorologists.

Hurricane Rita slammed the Gulf Coast 20 years ago, leaving a lasting mark on Southeast Texas with widespread destruction.

Less than a month after Hurricane Katrina, a new, stronger storm that is often overlooked in the annals of history caused unprecedented evacuations ahead of its landfall.