California could shut off water for thousands of farmers
California regulators are planning to stop thousands of farmers from taking water out of the state's major rivers and streams because of a worsening drought.
Thousands of California farmers face uncertain future as state weighs turning off water supply
California is considering shutting off water deliveries to thousands of farmers, primarily in Central California, due to extreme drought conditions and very low reservoir levels.
City of Santa Clara declared local emergency for drought conditions
The city of Santa Clara declared a local emergency for drought and will ratify the emergency proclamation that calls for restriction on water use.
Newsom asks Californians to voluntarily cut water use
Newsom’s request is not an order, but it demonstrates the growing challenges of a drought that will only worsen throughout the summer and fall and is tied to recent heat waves.
California wildfires so far in 2021 greatly exceed 2020 levels
The number of wildfires and amount of land burned in parched California so far this year greatly exceed totals for the same period in disastrous 2020.
Santa Clara County officials declare local emergency due to extreme drought conditions
Santa Clara County has declared a local emergency because of extreme drought conditions and a water supply shortage.
Illegal fireworks seizures underway in the Bay Area
The pre-holiday-season has already become a nightly illegal fireworks show all over California, sometimes with devastating consequences.
South Bay water agency cracks down on water usage as drought intensifies
Residents in San Jose, Campbell, Saratoga, and Los Gatos can expect some immediate changes in light of current drought conditions.
Drought shrinks California reservoirs as hot, dry spring season wraps up
Lake Oroville is shrinking with surprising speed amid a severe drought, with state officials predicting it will reach a record low later this summer.
Russian River inflatable dam replacement to close boating access throughout summer
The Russian River's inflatable rubber dam near Forestville is being replaced for the first time since 1995, with construction starting Monday and continuing until mid-October.
Central California farmers told drought could cut off their water
Thousands of Central California farmers were warned Tuesday that they could face water cutoffs this summer as the state deals with a drought that already has curtailed federal and state irrigation supplies.
Triple-digit heat and water restrictions push Bay Area gardeners to ditch their thirsty plants
The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures over 100 degrees in Concord, Livermore, and other parts of the East Bay later in the week.
Water troughs set up in Marin County to help tule elk stay alive through drought
Creeks and springs at Point Reyes National Seashore haven't completely dried up but they're looking parched enough that park staff set up three large troughs last week to ensure tule elk herds get enough water to make it through the drought.
Healdsburg bans outdoor watering as drought conditions worsen
People living in Healdsburg must turn off their sprinklers and drip irrigation systems because the city has declared a drought emergency, city officials said Friday.
Bay Area residents installing drought-tolerant landscapes to accommodate water restrictions
Water levels are approaching record lows at the Nicasio Reservoir in Marin County for this time of year with conditions only worsening.
Santa Clara Valley Water District issues mandatory water cutbacks
Santa Clara County's largest water provider has declared a water emergency and is implementing mandatory use reductions. The announcement came in a unanimous vote by Valley Water late this afternoon.
Santa Clara County's largest water provider imposes 15% reduction
Santa Clara County will become the most populous area in California to impose mandatory water restrictions.
Drought ravages California's water reservoirs ahead of hot summer
Lake Oroville is shrinking with surprising speed amid a severe drought, with state officials predicting it will reach a record low later this summer. This key reservoir helps water a quarter of the nation’s crops.
State water board issues mandatory water restrictions for upper Russian River basin
The restrictions announced Wednesday will likely remain in effect until winter rains restore water flows. People violating them could face daily fines of up to $1,000.
Amid a worsening drought, water supplies at one important reservoir are in good shape
The Sierra snowpack is vanishing quickly. Compared to the historical snowpack for this time of year, the May survey shows that it is at 2 to 5 percent of normal.