Rachel Becker

Rachel Becker, a reporter at CalMatters focused on California's water issues, dives into the harsh realities of the Western megadrought. She discusses how residents continue to water their lawns despite severe shortages. The emotional toll of adapting to water restrictions is highlighted, along with community contrasts in landscaping decisions. Becker emphasizes 'precipitation whiplash' and its impact on agriculture, and explores California's innovative water conservation strategies and the urgent need for sustainable practices amidst the crisis.