Leaky pipes could be making the drought worse

Water experts say the very system that delivers water to our homes and businesses, is making the state’s drought even worse!

They say some cities have pipes that are at least a century old, and everyday, hundreds of gallons of water are leaking out of these pipes.

"There are many communities that are at 20, 30, 40 some over 50% wastage. And that at this point is something that people need to change," Felicia Marcus, from the State Water Resources Control Board said.

Experts say when a leak is detected, pipes need to be replaced and flushed before they are put back into service, which requires extra water.