The recent heavy rains filled several Brazos basin reservoirs and created flood conditions in some areas. So, does this mean the drought is finally coming to an end? In some areas -- possibly. For more, click here
DROUGHT TAKES A TOLL ON TREES, BUT DON’T GRAB THAT AXE YET
Despite periodic heavy rains over the fall and winter, the record drought has taken a heavy toll on Texas’ trees. The Texas Forest Service says the loss may be up to 10 percent of the state’s 4.9 billion trees. If you suspect the drought may have killed your tree, don’t cut it down yet, it may just have been drought-stressed by the extended dry spell. For more, click here
DROUGHT AID AVAILABLE TO FARMERS AND RANCHERS
The drought has been especially hard on farmers and ranchers who depend on regular rainfall to sustain their livelihood. The federal government has announced it is making available low interest loans to help with agricultural recovery efforts in several Texas counties, including in the Brazos basin. For more, click here
RECENT RAINS WERE GREAT HELP 
