Parched Southern California puts squeeze on water supplies

clipped from www.environmental-expert.com Southern California has imposed price increases on its water supply as it battles ongoing drought conditions in a move that will affect roughly 19m business and residential customers. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California has also slashed the available water supply to water providers in the state for the first time since 1991. The price hike, which takes effect on July 1, will increase the cost of water by 8.8 per cent, well above the rate of inflation. However, some suppliers may choose to limit the price hikes, according to the MWD, which explained that local water providers can choose from different conservation strategies ranging from tiered pricing to limits on outdoor water use. The reductions in supply, which come into effect on September 1, amount to a drop of roughly 20 per cent on top of existing water conservation measures, said the District. To continue reading, click here