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California’s
main water sources have been severely impacted
by record dry conditions.
And we’re already using our reserves to supply
our everyday water. Our water situation is serious.
But here’s how you can help.
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Indoor
What you can do:
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How much you can save:
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Turn off the water when you brush
your teeth.
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3 gallons per day |
Shorten your showers by one or two
minutes
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5 gallons per day |
| Fix leaky faucets |
20 gallons per day
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| Wash only full loads of laundry |
15 to 50 gallons per load |
Talk to your family and friends about saving water.
If everyone does a little, we all benefit a lot.
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Outdoor
What you can do : |
How much you can save:
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Water your yard only before 8 a.m.
to reduce evaporation and
interference from wind.
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25 gallons per day |
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Install a smart sprinkler controller.
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40 gallons per day
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Use a broom instead of a hose to
clean driveways and sidewalks.
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150 gallons each time.
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Check your sprinkler system for leaks,
overspray and broken sprinkler heads.
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500 gallons a month. |
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Mulch! Save hundreds of gallons a year by using organic mulch
around plants to reduce evaporation. Click here for mulching tips. Click here for L.A. County’s free mulch program. |
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