The closure of the salmon fishing season has significantly affected many families in San Francisco who depend on fishing. This is the second year in a row that fishing at Fisherman’s Wharf has been stopped. The decline in the salmon population is due to not only the recent drought but also outdated water management policies.
These policies allow too much water to be diverted from rivers and the Delta, worsening the effects of natural droughts. As a result, salmon face conditions similar to droughts caused by human actions, which are more severe than usual environmental dry spells. This situation underscores the urgent need for reform in California's water policies.
Efforts to change these policies encounter strong resistance. The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission, which manages the Hetch Hetchy Water System, has been particularly resistant to making changes. The resistance from such an important body makes it difficult to solve the state's water management problems. Proper management of aquatic ecosystems is essential, but it is currently hindered by the commission's position.
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