Austin waterway ban extended again
The City of Austin has extended its waterway ban until 5 p.m. on July 25, due to continued floodgate operations. This comes after the Texas Hill Country experienced historic flooding last week.
The City of Austin has extended its waterway ban until 5 p.m. on July 25, due to continued floodgate operations. This comes after the Texas Hill Country experienced historic flooding last week.
Austin waterway ban extended after recent flooding
The City of Austin has extended its waterway ban until 5 p.m. on July 23, due to continued floodgate operations. This comes after the Texas Hill Country experienced historic flooding last week.
The City of Austin has extended its waterway ban until 5 p.m. on July 23, due to continued floodgate operations. This comes after the Texas Hill Country experienced historic flooding last week.
Texas flooding: Llano River floodwaters help fill Lake Travis
In Llano, a rising river brings back memories of last year’s deadly flooding. That same water is now making its way toward Lake Travis, which is on track to fill for the first time in seven years.
In Llano, a rising river brings back memories of last year’s deadly flooding. That same water is now making its way toward Lake Travis, which is on track to fill for the first time in seven years.
Texas Game Wardens respond to 8 water-related deaths across state in one weekend
After a deadly weekend on Texas waterways, Game Wardens are urging people to put safety first this Fourth of July.
After a deadly weekend on Texas waterways, Game Wardens are urging people to put safety first this Fourth of July.
How has recent rainfall affected Central Texas lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
With all the rain we've been getting, how is that affecting our lake levels?
Memorial Day lake safety: Law enforcement increasing lake patrols
As we dip into Memorial Day weekend, Texas game wardens and other law enforcement agencies say they are increasing patrols on land and lake.
As we dip into Memorial Day weekend, Texas game wardens and other law enforcement agencies say they are increasing patrols on land and lake.
Agencies increasing patrols for Memorial Day
As we dip into Memorial Day weekend, Texas game wardens and other law enforcement agencies say they are increasing patrols on land and lake. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has the story from Lake Austin.
As we dip into Memorial Day weekend, Texas game wardens and other law enforcement agencies say they are increasing patrols on land and lake. FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski has the story from Lake Austin.
Austin weather: Storm runoff is helping the Highland Lakes chain
Runoff from the rain is flowing into the Highland Lakes chain. Water levels are up, but for officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), it's too soon to say it's enough to avoid a water shortage later this summer.
Runoff from the rain is flowing into the Highland Lakes chain. Water levels are up, but for officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), it's too soon to say it's enough to avoid a water shortage later this summer.
Storm runoff is helping the Highland Lakes chain
Runoff from the rain is flowing into the Highland Lakes chain. Water levels are up, but for officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), it's too soon to say it's enough to avoid a water shortage later this summer.
Runoff from the rain is flowing into the Highland Lakes chain. Water levels are up, but for officials with the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), it's too soon to say it's enough to avoid a water shortage later this summer.
Search for missing swimmer in Lake Travis
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says the search for a missing swimmer in Lake Travis is now a recovery mission.
The Travis County Sheriff's Office says the search for a missing swimmer in Lake Travis is now a recovery mission.
Jonestown police close Lake Travis over safety concern, recovery efforts
Jonestown police said Lake Travis was closed Saturday morning because of ongoing recovery efforts and safety concerns.
Jonestown police said Lake Travis was closed Saturday morning because of ongoing recovery efforts and safety concerns.
Most Highland Lakes reopen after severe flooding, but officials urge caution
Most of the waterways along the Highland Lakes chain are now open, but officials with the LCRA are advising caution if you are hitting the water this weekend.
Most of the waterways along the Highland Lakes chain are now open, but officials with the LCRA are advising caution if you are hitting the water this weekend.
Texas flooding: How has recent rain affected local lake, creek levels?
FOX 7 Austin has taken a look into the local levels at a couple of lakes and creeks since the Fourth of July floods.
FOX 7 Austin has taken a look into the local levels at a couple of lakes and creeks since the Fourth of July floods.
July 4th: Travis County law enforcement to patrol Lake Travis for holiday weekend
With more people hitting the water for the long weekend, the Travis County Sheriff's Office wants to ensure everyone's safety on the lake.
With more people hitting the water for the long weekend, the Travis County Sheriff's Office wants to ensure everyone's safety on the lake.
Twin dive team recovers missing Longhorn and Aggie class rings at Lake Travis
A discovery at the bottom of Lake Travis has created a new bond between some Aggies and Longhorns.
A discovery at the bottom of Lake Travis has created a new bond between some Aggies and Longhorns.
Recent heavy rain boosts lake levels in Central Texas
A rainy May and June have given Central Texas a boost in lake levels, and a big help to businesses on the water.
A rainy May and June have given Central Texas a boost in lake levels, and a big help to businesses on the water.
Austin weather: How much rain would it take to get out of drought conditions?
With the recent rains, how much would it take to get Central Texas out of the drought? The short answer is, much more.
With the recent rains, how much would it take to get Central Texas out of the drought? The short answer is, much more.
Lake Travis boat fire critically injures 3, police are investigating
The boat fire happened at the private marina on Lake Travis near 5931 Hi Line Road just after midnight Sunday.
The boat fire happened at the private marina on Lake Travis near 5931 Hi Line Road just after midnight Sunday.
Farm to school lunch trays at Lake Travis ISD thanks to Central TX Food Bank
Lake Travis ISD is offering colorful options to your kid's school lunch tray thanks to the help of Central Texas Food Bank's Food Hub Program.
Lake Travis ISD is offering colorful options to your kid's school lunch tray thanks to the help of Central Texas Food Bank's Food Hub Program.
LCRA likely to move to Stage 2 of drought response in early March
LCRA is warning its firm water customers that it will likely be moving to Stage 2 of its drought response in early March, which will mean watering restrictions and efforts to conserve water.
LCRA is warning its firm water customers that it will likely be moving to Stage 2 of its drought response in early March, which will mean watering restrictions and efforts to conserve water.