Lakes rise with more rain in forecast

Wichita Falls lakes rose slightly over the past week, and the National Weather Service predicts more rain beginning late this week.

Lakes Arrowhead and Kickapoo rose a combined half percent to 68.1 percent combined capacity.

That is above the 65 percent mark that triggers stage 1 drought water usage restrictions, but the restrictions will not be lifted until the City Council takes action.

So far in 2023, Wichita Falls has officially received 11.24 inches of rain, which is slightly ahead of the normal 10.79 inches by this date. Lakes were depleted during a severe drought in 2022.

As June approaches, the National Weather Service predicts thunderstorms will begin Thursday night and remain in the forecast through Monday. June is typically the wettest month of the year in North Texas.