Water Crisis

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As California Heads Toward Another Year Of Drought, Experts Predict Stricter Rules And Hope For Better Solutions

Angelenos are saving more water, but the drought is still a big concern.

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New Program Lets LADWP Customers Monitor Home Water Use. Goal: Less Waste, More Conserving

The city will pick up most of the cost of a device that feeds data to homeowners and helps them find ways to conserve water in their daily lives.

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Southern California Has A Plan To Ease The Colorado River Crisis. And It Starts Right Under Your Feet

The region's largest water supplier plans to recycle more wastewater than ever before so it can take less from the Colorado River.

Four Things To Know About Colorado River Water In California

Two other states — but not California — face cuts to Colorado River water in 2023 as the federal government escalates its drought response. But a deal remains out of reach.

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Officials Ask Some LA Residents To Stop Outdoor Watering For Two Weeks

Nearly 4 million Los Angeles County residents will be affected, including residents of Beverly Hills, Burbank, Glendale, Long Beach and Pasadena.

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California Will Lose 10% Of Its Water Supply By 2040. Here’s How The State Plans To Adapt

The plan aims to generate enough water to supply more than 8 million households by 2040.

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Water Waste Complaints Are Up, Mostly In LA's Lushest Neighborhoods

Are complaints on water spillage a sign of people flouting water rules or increased public awareness of the drought?

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Most Angelenos Are Fighting The Drought. And On The Lawn Level, 'Water Cops' Want To Keep Things On Track

Angelenos lowered their water use in June and July, but ongoing drought fueled by the climate crisis means it may not be enough. The city's water and power department is trying to make sure everyone helps.

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What The Startling Low Water Levels In Lake Mead Mean For LA

Lake Mead is at just 27% of capacity, the lowest level measured since shortly after the Hoover Dam was built in the 1930s.

June Saw Record Low Water Usage In LA

Mayor Eric Garcetti announced Wednesday that water use in June 2022 was down 9% compared to June 2021, but urged that caution is still needed.

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