For us Californians, the month of May is all about water. Not only is it the state’s official Water Awareness Month, but this week our fellow Americans have joined us in celebrating National Drinking Water Week (May 4-10).

Raising awareness about the challenges facing our water supply could not be timelier. Last Thursday, it was announced that the Sierra Nevade snowpack had dropped to 67% of normal — down from 116% just two months before — due to a dry March and April. Given the seriousness of the situation, local voices are now speaking out:

In the LA Times Opinion Section, former California Governors George
Deukmejian, Pete Wilson and Gray Davis share their thoughts on the need for a statewide water supply plan to secure the California economy.

Similarly, the Executive Editor of The Grunion Gazette, provides his thoughts on how Southland cities should follow Long Beach in aggressive conservation measures.

Finally, if you’re interested in some “simple math” to curb your outdoor water use, Raul Saenz, Operations Manager of California American Water’s LA District, offers useful facts in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune.

To promote awareness locally, this week Central Basin launched an online Conservation Giveaway. If you’d like to get your special gift, email us now…they’re going fast!

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