Workers from the U.S. Geological Survey are working to measure the amount of water in six western states. Measuring water in Idaho, Washington, Oregon, California, Nevada and Utah will give water agencies and officials an idea of how to provide water to their customers in future droughts. The findings of …
Read More »Non-potable well coming to Folsom
The city of Folsom is looking forward to a new water well that’s being installed in a newer part of town. The state recently approved a grant that would allow the city to build the well, although the location was picked out in 2005. Once the ground is drilled 200 …
Read More »10 Tips for Preparing for El Nino
As the California drought continues to linger, residents across the state are looking to El Nino to solve the state’s dire situation. Along with the heavy rain and winds comes the potential for flooding. Here are some ways to prepare: Inspect trees for damage. Because the drought has left many …
Read More »Water agency approves additional lawn removal funding
The Coachella Valley Water District (CVWD) recently passed additional funding for residents to replace their lawns with artificial turf. The board of directors approved an additional $1.5 million for the conservation program, on top of the $3.5 million the district already allotted for conservation programs this year. “Our customers have …
Read More »#WaterYouDoing to end the drought?
A new social media campaign is shaping up to see how Californians across the state are doing their part to save water. #WaterYouDoing will be the hashtag used in an 11-day Twitter campaign composed of a partnership between Metropolitan Water District and Heal the Bay, San Diego Coastkeeper, L.A. Works, …
Read More »California Legislature approves water bills
The Legislature has passed two pills aimed at helping alleviate the impacts of the severe California drought. The bills – Senate Bill 555 and Assembly Bill 606 – have been sent to Governor Jerry Brown, where they await his signature. Both bills passed their respective chamber based on bipartisan support. …
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