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Still in drought despite recent rain, making up for 50-inch deficit
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Josh Skurnik , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The area has a significant rainfall deficit to overcome, with a shortfall of 50 inches.
Austin is still experiencing drought conditions, despite recent rainfall. The area has a significant rainfall deficit to overcome, with a shortfall of 50 inches. Water experts have weighed in on the situation, indicating that the recent rain is not enough to lift the area out of drought.
Further information on the drought and its impact is available from local news sources, including KXAN, which has been covering the situation in the Austin area, including West Lake Hills .
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Category: local ·
Published: June 20, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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