Drought conditions in the area around Lake Lanier reservoir have improved. A significant increase in the lake's water level occurred after heavy rainfall in late July. The rainfall was part of a "200-year flood" that happened on July 24.
Prior to the flood, the area was experiencing moderate to severe drought. Conditions have been getting better since late April, when the drought was even more severe. Further details about the flood and drought conditions are available from local news sources.
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