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California's Water Allocation Set at 10% Amid Drought Concerns

12/2/2025

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California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a 10% water allocation for the new water year.
Karla Nemeth, director of the California Department of Water Resources, said the estimate is conservative due to unpredictable winter weather.
The state faced prolonged dry seasons, with rainfall at 25% of average in early 2022.
Reservoir levels are 114% of the seasonal average.
The allocation could rise if winter rainfall improves.

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California Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced a 10% water allocation for the new water year.
Karla Nemeth, director of the California Department of Water Resources, said the estimate is conservative due to unpredictable winter weather.
The state faced prolonged dry seasons, with rainfall at 25% of average in early 2022.
Reservoir levels are 114% of the seasonal average.
The allocation could rise if winter rainfall improves.