TK Lawn Care urges RGV homeowners to storm-proof yards before peak hurricane season

TK Lawn Care is telling Rio Grande Valley homeowners to trim trees, clear drainage and remove yard debris before the busiest stretch of hurricane season hits the Texas Gulf Coast. The warning matters because flat terrain and heavy rain can turn yard problems into home damage fast, even in a below-normal Atlantic season.

Why it matters: - The Texas Gulf Coast is entering the most active part of hurricane season, and yards are often the first place storm damage starts. - Flat terrain across the Rio Grande Valley can turn poor drainage into fast flooding around homes. - NOAA’s warning still stands: even a below-normal season can cause major damage if one storm makes landfall.

What happened: - TK Lawn Care is urging Harlingen and Rio Grande Valley homeowners to prepare lawns, trees and drainage now, before a tropical system enters the Gulf. - The company released a storm-prep checklist for local properties ahead of peak hurricane season. - The guidance comes as forecasters expect a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, with El Niño in place and expected to strengthen through fall.

The details: - TK Lawn Care says homeowners should trim weak, dead and overhanging limbs before high winds arrive. - The company says anything near power lines should be left to the local electric utility, not handled by homeowners. - Dead or leaning trees should be assessed before the season peaks because failing trees can damage roofs, fences and neighboring property. - Ditches, drains and low spots should be cleared so heavy rain has a place to go instead of pooling against a house. - Loose yard items such as palm fronds, coconuts, pots, yard décor and stacked clippings should be stored or secured. - Fresh clippings and trimmings should not be left where rain can wash them into storm drains and clog them. - After a storm, homeowners should clear downed limbs and debris, check trees for damage and remove standing water that can breed mosquitoes. - TK Lawn Care says it provides private property storm-prep trimming, lawn debris clearing, residential drainage cleanup and post-storm yard recovery across Harlingen and the surrounding Valley.

Between the lines: - The focus on drainage reflects a local risk profile that is different from wind-only storm prep. - Early August is the right time to act because the busiest stretch of the season runs from mid-August through October. - The message is as much about reducing small vulnerabilities as preparing for a direct hit.

What's next: - Homeowners who want a yard reviewed before peak season can contact TK Lawn Care through the information provided by the company. - The company says it will continue offering storm-prep and recovery services across Harlingen and the greater Rio Grande Valley. - TK Lawn Care can be reached at 956-367-6081 or Taylor.tklc@yahoo.com.