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Drought to Bring Changes to Habits in California

California Gov. Jerry Brown's announcement of mandatory water restrictions, the first ever in the state, has created a divide between urban and agricultural users as the state faces its fourth year of severe drought.

by Carol Flake

A green lawn in the Olmos Park neighborhood of San Antonio, shown on June 5, 2012.
Credit: Jenn Whitney

California Gov. Jerry Brown's announcement of mandatory water restrictions, the first ever in the state, has created a divide between urban and agricultural users as the state faces its fourth year of drought. Brown was accused of favoring farmers, who were excluded from the restrictions. (The Washington Post)

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