Tag: water
Irrigation Resumes With Drier Weather
UNITED STATES—Spring, in several regards, is like autumn in reverse, or vice versa. Bloom increases for spring but decreases for autumn. Foliage increases for...
Irrigation Technology Can Get Complicated
UNITED STATES—Old fashioned irrigation systems were quite thorough, and technically sustainable. They broadcast generous volumes of water over any vegetation that required it. Their...
“Elemental” Really Tugs At The Heart
HOLLYWOOD—I totally might be in the minority here, but I thoroughly enjoyed the animated feature “Elemental.” I know it has been panned by critics,...
Mulch Retains Moisture And Insulates
UNITED STATES—Nature is smart. It should be. It has been operating efficiently since the beginning of time. That is certainly longer than anyone has...
Aquatic Plants Are All Wet
UNITED STATES—Home gardens and landscapes should be compatible with their respective climates. For local chaparral climates, plants that do not need much watering through...
Water, Water, Water People
UNITED STATES—Look I will just admit it: I don’t like water. The notion of drinking a glass of water or a bottle of water...
California Has Combined $1 Billion In Water Debt
CALIFORNIA—According to a January 19 report by the California State Water Resources Control Board, households in the state have water bills with a combined...
Authorities Warns Of High Surf Dangers
SAN FRANCISCO—The San Francisco Fire Department published a tweet about a high surf advisory for the areas of Coastal North Bay, Point Reyes National...
Discounts On Utility Bills Extended Until The End Of The Year
SAN FRANCISCO— The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) extended a program that gives a discount on utility bills to eligible residents until the...
Citizens Water And Power Protected Because Of Coronavirus
SAN FRANCISCO—On Saturday, March 14, San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced the city will not be shutting off power or water for delinquent payments...