The California tourist town that’s running out of water: ‘It’s a shock’

Lush Mendocino draws nearly 2m visitors a year. But drought is threatening to sink its key industry

On many mornings, the village of Mendocino vanishes into a thick white fog that covers its seaside cliffs, redwood trees and quaint Victorian houses.

Carved into California's northern coast, the historic hamlet's rugged beaches, scenic hikes, charming bed-and-breakfasts and boutique galleries draw in 1.8m visitors each year.