The average global temperature in 2005 was 14.6 degrees Celsius, making it the warmest year ever recorded on Earth’s surface. The five warmest years since recordkeeping
began in 1880 have all occurred since 1998. Economic damages from weather-related disasters hit an unprecedented $204 billion in 2005, nearly doubling the previous record of $112 set in 1998
Worldwatch Institute
The San Jacinto Valley is proud of its mild temperatures especially in the seasons of fall, winter and spring. Average annual high temperature in the valley is 80 degrees and average annual low is 40 degrees. As global climate temperature rises, we can sometimes feel its effects. That is why it is important for us to learn how each one of is in the valley can contribute to the reduction of green house gases that lead to warmer temperatures, drought, pollution, and unhealthy air. Join the Green Coalition to get cities to build more shaded and walk able sidewalks, install safer bike lanes, preserve our open spaces and build more energy efficient homes and structures.
WATER
Back-to-back dry years and low reservoir levels have put California squarely in a statewide drought. The state’s major reservoirs were at about one-third of capacity in late 2008 at a time when they would typically be at about two-thirds. State water officials say it will take more than one extremely wet winter for storage levels to recover. On June 4, 2009, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger declared an official drought. He also declared a local drought emergency in nine Central Valley counties due to water shortages.
Association of California Water Agencies
The San Jacinto Valley is not exempt from the current water crisis. If this water crisis continues, it is just a matter of time when residents will be subjected to higher rates and even rationing. There are a lot of ways to save water than just being forced to. For example, you can learn how to recycle water, schedule irrigation and lobby city governments to enforce remedies for wasteful use. How many times have you seen sprinklers from government offices, schools, businesses and multi-residences have a vast amount of run offs from watering or overwatering? The Green Coalition is heading a writing campaign to businesses, schools and government buildings to adopt efficient uses of water. Join the Green Coalition to learn and help.
