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Lake Travis Schools Hit by Water Crisis | Austin News
Lake Travis ISD schools hit with boil water notices and low pressure, forcing bottled water distribution and early dismissals — but this isn’t an isolated incident. Residents report escalating water woes over years, even after heavy rains, as irrigation misuse drains storage tanks faster than they can refill. The West Travis County Public Utility Commission blames outdoor watering violations for 84% of recent high usage, especially outside allowed hours, and is issuing fines to repeat offenders. Upgrades are in the works, but immediate relief hinges on curbing illegal irrigation — and pending…
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