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EPISODE · Jul 30, 2026 · 5 MIN

Chief meteorologist for Spectrum News One Gary Stephenson discusses how late July rain has lead to reduced water restrictions in Wake County

from WPTF Afternoon News

The city of Raleigh is lifting water restrictions starting on Monday. The city crediting the recent rain with improving the water supply. In just the past week, Falls Lake rose two feet--jumping from 66% to 84 % full. Conditions have also approved at the city's secondary water sources. Gary Stephenson of Spectrum News One joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how much rain has helped the drought conditions.

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