With the peak of summer ahead, state water officials are planning for hot, dry weather driving up demand. With drought conditions persisting across the state, using water wisely is more important than ever. Storms in the southern part of the state have improved the situation, while drought conditions have worsened in the northern part of the state. Overall, 91% of the state remains in moderate to severe drought. “Temperatures have soared and with that comes a natural increase in outdoor watering,” Candice Hasenyager director at the Utah Division of Water Resources, said. “We want our lawns and gardens to look...

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