Southern California’s largest reservoir, Diamond Valley Lake, is nearly full due in large part to two powerful sets of storms that drenched the region over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. It’s at 94% capacity. Many of the reservoirs in Los Angeles County, just as critical, are also in good shape. It’s been a long […]
After years of unpredictable water resources, California officials are taking steps to make sure precious rainwater doesn’t just wash away when storms hit. State leaders announced this week that California is expanding efforts to capture and store stormwater during the wet season. According to the governor’s office, per KRCR, agencies across the state are working together to […]
More than two-thirds of the country is facing unusual dryness or full-blown drought conditions, despite winter being known for heavier precipitation, according to a Washington Post analysis of recent U.S. Drought Monitor data. The conditions touch every state except for the usually drought-prone California, which has had a wet winter.
The Department of Water and Power is developing plans for Pure Water Los Angeles (“PWLA”) a facility that will convert wastewater to drinking water. This project will be located at Hyperion, just south of LAX, and will produce an estimated 200,000-acre feet of potable water a year, an amount equal to more than 40% of the City’s […]
As we start the second full week of the new year, Imperial Valley continues to receive unwelcome news. While our elected IID Board members and key staff have been busy celebrating the growth in the Coachella Valley in ribbon cuttings IID celebrates and filing litigation against the County of Imperial (IID Files Lawsuit), the most […]
Record-setting rain this season has pushed California completely out of the “abnormally dry” category on the U.S. Drought Monitor for the first time in 25 years, as a series of storms delivered one of the wettest starts to the water year across the state. Southern California saw a notably soggy holiday period, with rain on Christmas […]
A Look at Southern California’s Water Supply After Winter Storms
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /ABC 7by Rob McMillanSouthern California’s largest reservoir, Diamond Valley Lake, is nearly full due in large part to two powerful sets of storms that drenched the region over the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. It’s at 94% capacity. Many of the reservoirs in Los Angeles County, just as critical, are also in good shape. It’s been a long […]
Officials Take Drastic Action as Crucial Water Supply Remains in Flux: ‘Preparing for a Future With More Extreme Weather’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /The Cool Downby Christine DulionAfter years of unpredictable water resources, California officials are taking steps to make sure precious rainwater doesn’t just wash away when storms hit. State leaders announced this week that California is expanding efforts to capture and store stormwater during the wet season. According to the governor’s office, per KRCR, agencies across the state are working together to […]
Two-Thirds of the US Is Facing Drought in the Middle of Winter. Here’s Why Scientists Are Worried
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /The Independent by Josh MarcusMore than two-thirds of the country is facing unusual dryness or full-blown drought conditions, despite winter being known for heavier precipitation, according to a Washington Post analysis of recent U.S. Drought Monitor data. The conditions touch every state except for the usually drought-prone California, which has had a wet winter.
OPINION: We Cannot Afford Pure Water Los Angeles
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /City Watch LAby Jack HumphrevilleThe Department of Water and Power is developing plans for Pure Water Los Angeles (“PWLA”) a facility that will convert wastewater to drinking water. This project will be located at Hyperion, just south of LAX, and will produce an estimated 200,000-acre feet of potable water a year, an amount equal to more than 40% of the City’s […]
OPINION: Water Cuts Pending
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /Imperial Valley Pressby Kay Pricola Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityAs we start the second full week of the new year, Imperial Valley continues to receive unwelcome news. While our elected IID Board members and key staff have been busy celebrating the growth in the Coachella Valley in ribbon cuttings IID celebrates and filing litigation against the County of Imperial (IID Files Lawsuit), the most […]
Beyond the Forecast: Record-Setting Rain Delivers One of the Wettest Starts to CA Water Year
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /ABC 7by Brianna RuffaloRecord-setting rain this season has pushed California completely out of the “abnormally dry” category on the U.S. Drought Monitor for the first time in 25 years, as a series of storms delivered one of the wettest starts to the water year across the state. Southern California saw a notably soggy holiday period, with rain on Christmas […]