Nearly 30 percent of Texas is now experiencing dry or drought-like conditions.
According to the latest drought monitor from the Texas Water Development Board, 27 percent of the state is now at least abnormally dry.
That number remains unchanged from last week, but is an improvement over the 57 percent of the state that was covered in drought this time last year.
The drought has intensified and expanded over the last week. There are now several areas of moderate drought in West Texas. The area of East Texas suffering from extreme drought has also grown.
The latest U.S. Seasonal Drought Outlook shows there is reason for hope. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts drought conditions will improve through the end of the year.
The report can be found here: http://bit.ly/Uck8QD.