Lake Mead shrinks to record low amid punishing drought
The reservoir is now below 30% capacity.
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The reservoir is now below 30% capacity.
Experts say climate change and drought have led to the lake dropping to its lowest level since it was full about 20 years ago.
Since the golf courses use recycled water they are not subject to the same watering restrictions as drinking water irrigation. Michele Gile Reports
Two and a half million Orange County residents get a majority of their water from an underground water basin.
CBS LA's Nicole Comstock reports on the ever-worsening drought conditions in California, and Governor Newsom's recent warning of statewide water restrictions if local efforts fail to cut down on waste.
As the drought worsens and as their water supply dwindles, residents in some of the richest parts of Los Angeles County will only be able to water their lawns once a week or face fines.
All watering will have to be done in the evening or early morning, with no watering permitted outdoors between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti Tuesday is set to make an announcement on water conservation as the region contends with a major drought.
The unprecedented decision will affect about 6 million people in parts of Los Angeles, Ventura and San Bernardino counties.
Amid the historic drought gripping the region, Southern California's largest water provider on Tuesday implemented extraordinary water restrictions beginning in June. Kara Finnstrom reports.
Amid the historic drought gripping the region, Southern California's largest water provider on Tuesday implemented extraordinary water restrictions beginning in June.
