‘As if a hurricane had passed’: Puerto Ricans at breaking point after weeks without water
Summary
Puerto Rico has faced serious water shortages for several months, affecting homes and businesses in San Juan and other areas. The government activated the National Guard to help distribute drinking water while repairs continue after a major pipeline broke in June.Key Facts
- Water outages have lasted more than 50 days in some parts of San Juan, including popular restaurant areas.
- Businesses like restaurants spend hundreds of dollars each week on water storage to keep running.
- A rupture in a large pipeline in Bayamón in June triggered the widespread water crisis.
- Problems at water treatment plants and reservoirs have made the outages worse.
- Water distribution stations have been set up, but many residents still struggle to get enough water.
- About 40% of Puerto Rico’s 3.2 million people live below the poverty line, making it hard to afford cisterns for water storage.
- Older residents report this is the longest time without reliable water since Hurricane María.
- Those unable to pick up water can request delivery through local emergency offices.
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