LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — With evidence of severe drought all around, Lake County residents are urged to report any household water shortage to the state.

As of early Saturday morning, Clear Lake sat at -1.65 Rumsey, the special measure for Clear Lake.

Many boat ramps have closed. Water availability has become a matter of significant statewide concern; all Californians have been encouraged to reduce water consumption by 15% from 2020 levels.

“For some property owners dependent on private wells, the drought emergency has meant waking up to find they don’t have water to take a shower and meet very basic needs,” said Supervisor Moke Simon. “If your well is dry, you are not alone. The state wants to know about it, to ensure state and local officials and representatives understand how the drought is affecting private wells and surface water sources.”

So far this year, 602 reports related to household water supply shortage have been filed with the state from across California — a 608% increase over last year — with 160 of those reported in the last 30 days.

To submit a report, and find resources for homeowners, such as lists of well service contractors, visit https://mydrywatersupply.water.ca.gov/report/.