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Which Way, L.A.?

Southern California Struggles to Stave Off Drought

Instead of reducing water use by 20% as Governor Brown has called for, California has increased it by one percent. In the Southland, it’s up by 8%.

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By Warren Olney • Jul 16, 2014 • 1 min read

Instead of reducing water use by 20% as Governor Brown has called for, California has increased it by one percent. In the Southland, it’s up by 8%. The State Water Quality Control Board is cracking down by establishing fines for wasteful practices, and LA’s Department of Water and Power says it’s going to beef up enforcement of rules that are even tougher.

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    Warren Olney

    former KCRW broadcaster

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    Katie Cooper

    Producer, 'One year Later'

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    Evan George

    Director of Content, News

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    Bettina Boxall

    LA Times reporter covering California water and the environment

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    Jay Famiglietti

    UC Irvine

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    Penny Falcon

    Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

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