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The sugary substance is known as "honeydew," and it's secreted by sap-sucking insects.
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Although counterintuitive, persistent rain can mean more severe droughts in the future.
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Despite record-setting downpours in some areas of Texas offering temporary relief to scorched parts of the state, drought conditions persist in some of the hardest-hit areas.
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Dinosaur tracks from 113 million years ago were recently uncovered in a Texas state park after drought conditions caused parts of Paluxy River to dry up.
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Weekend rainfall in some parts of Texas provided some relief. But climate experts hope September and October provide much-needed rainfall in most of the state.
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While the change in restrictions are minimal, the department said this is a reminder that the city is in a drought.
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Two of the largest blazes cover more than 37,000 acres. The National Weather Service warns of “critical” fire danger throughout Texas heading into the weekend.
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The prospect for spring rains is diminishing, meaning much of the state could head into a hot summer with little moisture in the ground to keep heat and drought at bay.
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More than half of Texas is in extreme or exceptional drought conditions, leaving climatologists hoping for more rain during the months ahead.
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Spring rainfall amounts can help predict if Texas will stay in a prolonged drought. So far, early signs aren't too promising. Current drought conditions have already been partially blamed for an outbreak of wildfires throughout the state.