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The weather system that has contributed to one of the driest summers in the Panhandle's history is back.
According to the Associated Press, the Climate Prediction Center issued a La Nina watch Thursday. Just two months ago, it was announced the last La Nina ended. Now it's back.
La Nina usually means less rain for the southern states.
The lack of rain in the Panhandle and across the Lonestar State has led to thousands of wildfires in the Spring and Summer. Those fires devastated communities and homes.
Along with the extreme drought, the summer of 2011 has been a record breaking year as far as temperatures go. The hottest temperature ever recorded in Amarillo as well as the most days with the temperature reaching more than 100 degrees. July was the hottest month ever recorded by the National Weather Service in Amarillo.
The La Nina watch could mean prolonged drought throughout the area, which is negatively impacting the state's farmers and ranchers.
The Climate Prediction Center says there should be neutral conditions through the fall. Afterward, neutral or La Nina conditions can be expected.
Storm Search 7's Shelly Sites says the warm temperatures will continue but chances for moisture should be about average.
