New Water Restrictions in California Set to Start Despite Record Rainfall

While a powerful atmospheric river followed by additional rain has brought record rainfall to California since Feb. 4—further dampening the state following a thus-far wet year—many cities and counties may soon be required to enforce water conservation measures per the state’s proposed regulations. According to the California’s State Water Resources Control Board, the new requirements—which go into effect in January 2025—aim to tackle “climate-driven” impacts, such as droughts, wildfires, heatwaves, and the latest precipitation and flooding. “California is experiencing large swings between drought and flood and those swings are becoming more severe,” a spokesperson for the water board told The Epoch Times Feb. 9 in an email. “The recent storms and flooding seen statewide are proof of this shift and emphasize the importance of staying prepared.”...