Episode
Floodgates Open as Rain Swells Rivers
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- Jun 15, 2026
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- 94
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Summary
Central Texas braced for flooding as heavy rains forced the Lower Colorado River Authority to open floodgates at Tom Miller Dam and Lake Bastrop Dam—marking the first such action at Tom Miller since 2025. Water from Lake Austin flows into Lady Bird Lake and beyond, while Lake Bastrop releases into Gills Branch Creek, helping manage rising levels. A flood watch remained in effect through Tuesday evening for Travis, Williamson, Hays, and Bastrop counties, following a flash flood warning that was downgraded. Forecasters warned of possible 8-inch downpours, pushing reservoirs to their limits and making dam releases essential for safety. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e1c649884255335a