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Dry weather begins to diminish Lake Lanier level

NewsCentral Staff

Story Created: May 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM EDT

Story Updated: May 17, 2011 at 5:47 PM EDT

GAINESVILLE, Ga. (AP) - Authorities say the river basin which includes Lake Lanier is experiencing drier than normal conditions for this time of year, causing below-normal lake levels throughout the region.

The Times of Gainesville reports that Lake Lanier's five-week forecast shows that levels could drop to 1,068.4 feet through mid-June. That is below its full pool level of 1,071 feet.

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers spokesperson E. Patrick Robbins said boaters should be alert to lower than normal waters and any possible obstacles as the Memorial Day weekend approaches.

Information from: The Times, http://www.gainesvilletimes.com

(Copyright 2011 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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