Also, if you have Bermuda or St. Augustine, it's now going dormant, so it won't green up until April. Fescue (Marathon) on the other hand is a cool season grass, but doesn't need much water in the winter.
As for the Gnats fans, they hate everything associated with SoCal - sort of like penis envy. They know the big dog is down south.
We don't hate everything from Southern California. Dodgers Suck! We actually like Disneyland. Dodgers Suck! I think Santa Barbara is beautiful. Dodgers Suck! Venice Beach is a terrific place. Dodgers Suck! And did I mention The Dodgers Suck!!!?