Known as an oasis of overindulgence, the desert city of Las Vegas has emerged as a model of austerity and prudence when it comes to water. The state of Nevada has taken drastic action, from banning lawns to capping the size of swimming pools and its water patrol cars hunt residential neighborhoods for broken sprinklers and leaky hoses.

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