Puerto Rican cities hit with water rationing measures as record dry conditions persist
Summary
Puerto Rico is facing severe water shortages due to a historic drought and extreme heat. Starting Friday, over 180,000 residents in San Juan and nearby cities will have their water cut off for 48 hours at a time under a rationing plan while officials work to manage the crisis.Key Facts
- Puerto Rico is under a severe drought, with almost 25% of the island experiencing the worst dry conditions.
- July was the driest month in over 120 years for San Juan and one of the hottest.
- Water rationing will affect parts of San Juan, Carolina, Juncos, Gurabo, Trujillo Alto, Canovanas, and Loiza.
- More than 180,000 customers will face water shutoffs for 48 hours on an alternating schedule starting Friday.
- Large trucks will deliver drinking water, prioritizing hospitals and homes for elderly people.
- The drought and water shortages may continue until September, and previous shortages existed even before the current drought.
- The island’s water infrastructure has suffered from decades of neglect, leading to lawsuits and ongoing problems.
- Puerto Rico has used water rationing before, in 2015 and 2020, during similar crises.
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