San Diego County / Southern California
The latest news and analysis covering water issues in the San Diego County region and Southern California.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
The Water News Network is San Diego County’s source for water news and information.
San Diego County Water Authority Wins Sustainable Water Utility Management Award
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /WaterWorld Magazine (Tulsa, Okla.) Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe San Diego County Water Authority was awarded a top national award from the Association of Metropolitan Water Agencies (AMWA) for its commitment to improving the region’s water supply reliability in a manner that balances economic, social and environmental needs. AMWA honored the Water Authority with its Sustainable Water Utility Management Award at the organization’s national […]
Plan To Solve Borrego’s Water Crisis Beginning
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /The San Diego Union-Tribuneby J. Harry JonesThe county is expected this week to enter into an agreement with the Borrego Water District to begin joint preparation of a Groundwater Sustainability Plan aimed at solving the continuing depletion of the underground water table that feeds the Borrego Valley, including the desert town of Borrego Springs. The county will commit an initial $500,000 to […]
First Rain Of The Season Snarls Traffic, But Record-Breaking Heat Is On The Way
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /Los Angeles Timesby Sarah ParviniAnother weak cold front moved through Southern California on Monday morning, bringing the first rain of the season to a large swath of the state. Drivers were met with light rain and slick roads that jammed traffic in parts of Los Angeles and caused multiple crashes. A collision on the 710 Freeway caused a major closure near Atlantic Boulevard in Vernon. […]
OPINION: Demand Answers Before Buying Into $17B Plan (By Mark Muir)
/in San Diego County /by Mike Lee /San Diego Business Journalby Mark Muir Mentioned: San Diego County Water AuthorityThe Metropolitan Water District of Southern California is mounting a major PR campaign in San Diego County – including an Oct.3 commentary in the SDBJ – based on its assertion that “we need California WaterFix” to ensure a reliable water supply for Southern California. This advocacy effort is being conducted by MWD staff and consultants […]