New water restrictions approved in drought-stricken California

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The State Water Resources Control Board approved a proposal that would implement water restrictions across the state. Under the regulations, urban water suppliers would implement Level 2 demand reductions in water use. The state's water use jumped by 19% in the month of March compared to the same month in 2020. The Level 2 actions to be implemented applies to potable water.

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California Passes Water Ban For Commercial Properties Amid Ongoing Drought

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Brown lawns are on the horizon as we head into summer.Late Tuesday afternoon, the California Water Resources Control Board voted to ban watering grass on commercial properties. The new regulation would not affect places like sports fields or other recreational areas.California saw its driest January through March on record.After Californians failed to voluntarily reduce water use by 15 percent, the state could see the return…

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California Approves New Water Restrictions Amid Worsening Drought

The regulations are the strictest statewide mandates yet.

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The Hill

New water restrictions approved in drought-stricken California

California on Tuesday adopted an emergency water conservation regulation to “ensure more aggressive conservation by local water agencies across the state” almost a year after Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) asked that people voluntarily cut their water usage. Under the new policy, commercial, industrial and institutional properties cannot water their turf except for areas used for…

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California passes water ban for commercial properties amid ongoing drought

By Shawnte PassmoreClick here for updates on this story SACRAMENTO (KOVR) — Brown lawns are on the horizon as we head into summer.Late Tuesday afternoon, the California Water Resources Control Board voted to ban watering grass on commercial properties. The new regulation would not affect places like sports fields or other recreational areas.California saw its driest January through March on record.After Californians failed to voluntarily red…

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