Recent storms have provided some relief to California’s drought conditions. Snowpack levels in the Sierra Nevada mountains is above average for this time of the year.
Even with the rain, water conservation remains essential. More snow in the Sierra Nevada means more water to fill California’s reservoirs, but the amount of snowpack levels can change if the weather warms up too quickly. Last year, California experienced an unusually early wet winter that ultimately gave way to several very dry months, and once summer arrived, water use restrictions were imposed.
Moulton Niguel’s drinking water typically travels from the Sierra Nevada in Northern California and the Colorado River to your homes, however, due to California’s severe drought conditions over the past several years, Moulton Niguel has only been receiving Colorado River water for its customers.
The Colorado River Basin has been experiencing drought conditions over the past 22-years, also known as the megadrought. It will take several rainy seasons to help eliminate the drought on the Colorado River.
We encourage all customers to continue to use water wisely and remember to turn off your sprinkler systems during and following rain events. |