Jason Dearen

Associated Press

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Environmental reporter for the Associated Press, based in San Francisco

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California is in its third year of what could be a prolonged drought. In some parts of the state, water conservation is mandatory.

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California is in its third year of what could be a prolonged drought. In some parts of the state, water conservation is mandatory.

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