Lake Travis hits 100% capacity for the first time in seven years as Texas floods recede

A stubborn weather system that brought dramatic flooding and unseasonably cool temperatures to Central Texas this week is finally pulling away, leaving Lake Travis completely full for the first time in seven years.

Austin weather: July 18 morning forecast
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Texas floodwaters recede as Austin transitions back to a sticky, upper-90s summer pattern. Plus, Lake Travis hits 100% capacity for the first time since 2019.

Texas Hill Country recovering from deadly flooding
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Two people are dead from this week's devastating floods. The family of one of the victims is remembering their loved one.

Austin weather: Rain is over for now
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After heavy rainfall all week, Central Texas will see some relief. Leslie London has the details

Texas flooding: Kerr County begins recovery efforts

Recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County. The county received 20 inches of rain over the past few days, which led to lots of flooding.

Texas floods: Kerr County begins cleanup
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Recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County. The county received 20 inches of rain over the past few days, which led to lots of flooding.

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.

Texas floods: Llano River floodwaters help fill Lake Travis
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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.

Abbott declares major disaster in 28 Texas counties as flood recovery begins

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared a major disaster Friday in 28 Texas counties that have been impacted by this week’s flooding in the Hill Country.

Texas flooding: What we know about 2 people killed in Hill Country

At least two people have been killed in this week’s flooding in the Texas Hill Country, just a little more than a year after a similar event killed more than 100 people in the region.

Texas Flooding: How to help the flood victims

Several Texas organizations have opened donation channels to support flood recovery efforts and pet rescue operations after severe flooding in the Texas Hill Country.

Austin weather: Dry weather ahead
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After seeing downpours across Central Texas leading to significant flooding, it looks like we will be drying out and going back to steady heat. Zack Shields has more.

What is Code Purple air quality? What Code Orange, Red and Purple mean

Air quality alerts can change quickly during wildfire smoke events. Here’s what Code Orange, Code Red, Code Purple and Code Maroon mean, and when you should limit time outside.

Texas flooding: Pedernales River aerial footage
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This is aerial footage of the Pedernales River Bridge, Highway 71, on Thursday morning. Credit: Kye Kolar

Texas flooding: Lake Travis dangerous conditions
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The Pedernales River flows directly into Lake Travis. The lake is currently at 86 percent full as of July 16, the LCRA said. But the LCRA expects water levels to rise 5-7 feet overnight due to the heavy rainfall and controlled releases. Travis County officials are urging people to stay away from the water for now.

'More water than last year’s flood': Texas Hill Country dealing with another devastating flood

A 65-year-old man died after historic Texas Hill Country flash flooding triggered rescues and evacuations across Kerr, Uvalde, and Kendall counties following more than 28 inches of rain.

Austin weather: One more day of rain
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Historic flooding is happening in the Texas Hill Country. Leslie London said more is on the way