Diamond Valley Lake Acts as Water Safety Net for SoCal

An area in Hemet offers a spot for people to get a little relief from triple-digit heat by cruising in their boats around a giant body of water.

However, Diamond Valley Lake also plays an important role when it comes to Southern California’s water supply. It is especially vital because Gov. Gavin Newsom has asked Californians to cut their water usage by 15% as the state drought continues to intensify.