Extreme cold last week, but only .37 inch from the snow. And precip less than 1 inch for the past 30 days. Ground surface is only slightly damp. Some plants and trees were damaged by the near zero temp of a week ago. Electric bills will be much higher this coming month. Much damage in homes, schools, and businesses that suffered broken water pipes. It was a bad week in Texas for the once-in-30 years event. Area lakes range from full to 4.25 feet low.
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