Water

Environment

California cities and farms will get 10% of requested state water supplies when 2024 begins

The Associated Press

Much of the state's water supply comes from snow that falls in the mountains during the winter and enters the watershed as it melts through spring.
Arts & Culture

Docked in San Diego, the Hōkūle’a is bringing back ancient Polynesian voyaging

Katie Hyson

San Diego is the voyaging double-canoe's last stop before returning to Hawaii.
Environment

As winter rains approach, Imperial Beach hopes rain barrels will lighten the load

Kori Suzuki

Last week, the city adopted new guidelines meant to encourage more residents to install rain collection devices.
Racial Justice and Social Equity

San Diego County offers water bill assistance

City News Service

The San Diego County Water Authority reminded the public on Tuesday that federal aid is still available for low-income water customers in San Diego County to cover overdue residential water and wastewater bills.
Economy

Water Authority: Money available to help low-income residents with bill

City News Service

The application deadline for the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program has been extended to March 31, 2024.
Public Safety

San Diego warns residents of fraudulent 'water update' notices, likely scam

City News Service

San Diego officials on Friday warned residents to be on the lookout for fake "water update" notice at their homes that appear to be from a private company with no association with the city.
Environment

Wet weather and a conservation deal ease some short-term pressure on Colorado River managers

Alex Hager / KUNC

A wet winter and a temporary water conservation agreement have lifted some weight off the shoulders of Colorado River policymakers.
Local

Federal officials say plan for water cuts from 3 Western states is enough to protect Colorado River

Federal officials say that conditions have improved on the Colorado River to the point that a three-state plan to reduce water use should keep the river basin on stable footing for several years.
Living

Escondido approves water rate increases over 5 years

Alexander Nguyen

City leaders said it was needed to keep the utility department financially stable.
Environment

Oceanside gets grant for water recycling, desalination project

City News Service

The federal funding will be used to evaluate the expanded use of treated wastewater at the San Luis Rey Water Reclamation Facility to produce recycled water.