The San Diego County Water Authority is offering free yard signs and magnetic car decals to help residents and businesses share that they are conserving water during serious drought conditions.

The items are designed to be positive reminders about the need for everyone to conserve water now in case 2015 turns out to be another dry year. They display the message “When in Drought: I’m saving every day, every way.”

The items are available at the Water Authority’s headquarters, 4677 Overland Ave., San Diego. They will also be available during San Diego County Garden Friendly Plant Fairs from 8 a.m. to noon Oct. 25 at two locations of The Home Depot — 3838 W. Vista Way in Oceanside and 4255 Genesee Ave. in San Diego. Plant fair details, along with other water conservation resources, are at WaterSmartSD.org.

In addition, people can pick up yard signs at Mission Hills Nursery, 1525 Fort Stockton Drive, San Diego, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 1.

Thirsting for ideas on saving water? Understand your home water use Stop water leaks quickly to limit losses Cut swimming pool’s water loss Rebates make lawn removal attractive Discounts on low-water plants Free classes for yard makeovers Stretch water with compost and mulch Rebates help with irrigation updates New washers have loads of efficiency Weather controls irrigation system Graywater can keep landscape green Guide highlights low-water plants Barrels of rain benefit landscape Reducing lawn size will save water Maintain a lawn with less water Pay attention to trees’ water needs Free checkups offer water savings Use water-intensive features sparingly Plan now for fall yard upgrades Soil moisture sensors save water Garden soil may need a tuneup Spruce up your sprinkler systems Low-water landscaping classes are free Website has low-water landscape designs Fairs offer deals on low-water plants Which plants love San Diego County? Practical gardening tips for fall Energy Star appliances save water, energy Benefits of well-placed trees Share water-saving efforts with signs Take time to adjust irrigation clock Alternatives for thirsty turf grasses Public gardens offer low-water ideas Ideas for saving water in garden Check toilets for water leaks Turn off irrigation when it rains Get creative with warm-up water

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