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Healthy rain brings highest levels in years for local aquifers and lakes
By Sarah Spivey at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
It’s been a rough few years. Since 2022, San Antonio, the Hill Country, and surrounding areas have been in perpetual drought. Each year has featured below-average rain. And whenever we actually got heavy rain, it came all at once after long periods of dry weather. Spring flow has been low, the Ed...
Key takeaway Since 2022, San Antonio, the Hill Country, and surrounding areas have been in perpetual drought.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The recent healthy rain has brought significant relief to Alamo Heights and surrounding areas, with Bexar County finally seeing the elimination of extreme and exceptional drought. The steady and consistent rainfall has not only replenished Medina Lake, which is now at its highest level in four years, but also boosted the Edwards Aquifer to its highest level in over two years. This improvement is crucial for the local community, which has been struggling with drought conditions since 2022. The increased water levels will have a positive impact on the local ecosystem, as well as provide a much-needed boost to the area's water supply. As the region continues to recover from the drought, it will be important to monitor the water levels and ensure that the community is prepared for any future droughts. The rain's impact on local wildlife and vegetation will also be worth watching, as the area begins to flourish once again.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? It’s been a rough few years. Since 2022, San Antonio, the Hill Country, and surrounding areas have been in perpetual drought. Each year has featured below-average rain. And whenever we actually got heavy rain, it came all at once after long periods of dry weather. Spring flow has been low, the Ed...
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