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It's a tough time of year for allergies in Central Texas, and they're especially hard to avoid if you're heading to Zilker Park this weekend.
Driving the news: ACL attendees battled dust and allergies during weekend one, and that's likely to continue for weekend two of the music festival as dry conditions and high temperatures persist.
- Central Texas saw high pollen counts of ragweed, mold, grass and elm through September, and that's continued into October.
- AustinPollen.com, which averages the area's pollen counts, recorded elevated levels of weeds and ragweed Wednesday.
⭐️ ACL tips: Pop your daily allergy pill before you head to the park, and use a nasal spray like Flonase.
Festivalgoers can benefit from a mask or bandana over their mouth and nose to guard against the dust and ragweed. Plus, be sure to shower as soon as you get home.