California News Water Usage
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California news water usage. What is the real story behind california s 55 gallons of water per day per person. The nwis mapper issue has been addressed. While that may sound crazy what california attorney richard lee unravels is hypothetical figures. Per capita residential daily water use at the sacramento county water agency rose from 125 gallons in summer 2015 to 178 gallons in summer 2019 an increase of about 42 percent state data show.
California globe recently summarized some of the state legislature s most unforgettable moments in 2019 including some water laws. Water use climbs in enclaves february 15 2018 5 25 pm ap tustin calif. The law signed by governor jerry brown will limit use now to 55 gallons a day. You can also follow and connect with us on facebook twitter youtube and instagram.
Overall water use is climbing in southern california as that part of the state plunges. California voters have approved more than 30 billion in water bonds which has provided no new water storage and water rationing on the horizon. From news releases to newsletters we offer a number of ways to access the latest information on our projects events publications and more. Well there is a limit to daily water use 55 gallons per day.
6 6 18 sacramento kusi the 2018 law will make it tougher to shower and do laundry on the same day due to restrictions that limit water use. Thank you for your patience. Introducing the next generation of usgs water data for the nation. California globe spoke to noted water expert kristi diener for an update on this complicated matter.
In 2020 a california law imposes some real restrictions on your residential indoor water use.