Washington’s Yakima River basin has been thirsty for rain, but it’s finally getting a drink. Drought conditions have not let up in the region for three years. But in the first full week of last December, its mountain reservoirs racked up a combined 36 inches of rain.
Water use in California was lower than officials estimated it would be between 2000 and 2020, according to a new report. The findings raise questions about the accuracy of long-term water-demand projections, which could have knock-on effects on costs borne by consumers, but overall the news that water demand is lower than projected is positive […]
Los Angeles and Ventura county officials Wednesday broke ground on a $280 million pump station project designed to ensure water is available in Southland communities that were hard hit during recent California droughts. The Sepulveda Feeder Pump Stations Project will allow the region’s water wholesaler — the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California — to […]
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.
Officials Stunned After Sudden Turnaround of Crucial U.S. Water Supply: ‘We’re Not Back to Normal’
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /The Cool Downby Elijah McKeeWashington’s Yakima River basin has been thirsty for rain, but it’s finally getting a drink. Drought conditions have not let up in the region for three years. But in the first full week of last December, its mountain reservoirs racked up a combined 36 inches of rain.
Californians Have Been Using Far Less Water Than Suppliers Estimated — What Does This Mean for the State?
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /Live Science by Chris SimmsWater use in California was lower than officials estimated it would be between 2000 and 2020, according to a new report. The findings raise questions about the accuracy of long-term water-demand projections, which could have knock-on effects on costs borne by consumers, but overall the news that water demand is lower than projected is positive […]
MWD Breaks Ground on Project to Ensure Water Supplies During Droughts
/in California and the U.S., Media Coverage /by Sierra Stewart /KFI AM 640Los Angeles and Ventura county officials Wednesday broke ground on a $280 million pump station project designed to ensure water is available in Southland communities that were hard hit during recent California droughts. The Sepulveda Feeder Pump Stations Project will allow the region’s water wholesaler — the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California — to […]
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.