Puerto Rico rations water supplies due to intense drought
Summary
Puerto Rico is facing severe water shortages due to a drought that has greatly reduced water levels in the Carraízo reservoir. To manage the crisis, the government has started rotating water shutoffs, leaving many residents without running water for 48 hours at a time.Key Facts
- Many households in Puerto Rico have their water supply shut off every two days on a rotating schedule.
- The drought is one of the worst, with July being the driest on record for the island.
- About 65% of water produced on the island is lost due to leaks and old pipes.
- Around 180,000 properties in seven regions affected by the Carraízo reservoir water shortage are under rationing.
- The government blames the drought and weather conditions, not infrastructure problems alone, for the water crisis.
- Residents are relying on water trucks to fill containers during shutoff periods.
- There is confusion among residents about when water will be available during the rationing schedule.
- Governor Jenniffer González said the US federal government is providing some assistance during this emergency.
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