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Rainwater Collection Sees Boom As California's Drought Worsens

SACRAMENTO (CBS) -- California's emergency drought measures are turning into a boom for businesses that help homeowners save rainwater, including the rain from Tuesday's storm.

Even though storms have been few and far between, the rain barrel business is starting to flourish, because even a little rain can go a long way.

Davis Montijo watered his plants on Monday with rainwater he collected weeks ago.

"It's a big deal when it rains right now," he said.

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