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Utah faces severe drought with shrinking reservoirs and water conservation urged by officials.

Hooper Irrigation ends its season early as water levels drop drastically in reservoirs.

SALT LAKE CITY — All of Utah is in varying stages of drought, reservoirs are shrinking and at least one secondary water provider is curtailing deliveries.

The Utah Division of Water Resources said since June 1, reservoirs have been drawn down at a rate that is double of what is normal.

"Reservoirs are our first line of defense against drought and are vital for our communities and ecosystems," said Candice Hasenyager, division director. "The rapid decline we're seeing is a clear signal that we must be more vigilant and use less water."

The division also noted Utah's population will double by

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