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March is set to become a month of high inflation in Argentina due to increases in regulated services and other goods.

The Casan water and sewage company in Santa Catarina has announced a 5.8% increase in tariffs starting in April, primarily attributed to inflation over the past 15 months, though the practical increase will be lower due to a prior decrease in December.

Public utility rates for services like water, gas, electricity, and transportation in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) are set to rise starting March, affecting various income groups differently.

Emergency services have restored water supply in Santarém, Brazil, following cable thefts that affected over 13 neighborhoods.

The mayor of Bodaybo, a town in Siberia, was arrested amid ongoing critical public service failures where residents lacked heating and water for weeks.

A child fell into a flooded underpass in Kaarina, Finland, but was rescued by a relative and was later hospitalized; authorities are investigating potential legal violations regarding public safety.

A dog was successfully rescued after falling into an ice hole in Meironiškiai village, prompting officials to remind residents about water safety.

A fire at a significant transformer station in Skårup, South Funen, has left 2,800 households without electricity, and some without water as emergency services respond to the incident.

Severe rains have led to flooding in Milagro, Ecuador, affecting over 20,000 residents and disrupting daily life and emergency services.

A collision between a truck and a pickup truck in Montes Claros left two people injured on Monday.

Ukrainian strikes have severely interrupted essential services in Russia's Belgorod region, according to local authorities.

Reports state that wildfires have fortunately not affected water sources in the region.

Belgorod, a city in Russia, has reportedly experienced a large-scale missile attack by Ukraine, resulting in significant disruptions to essential services such as electricity, water, and heating.

An anonymous donor has gifted 21 kilograms of gold, valued at over 500 million yen, to a city in Japan with the condition that the funds be used to improve public services, particularly water infrastructure.

A significant rescue operation is underway in Aka to save a person from the water after a report was received regarding a situation at a highway bridge over the Tarpianjoki river.

Three individuals were rescued after their boat started taking on water near Vadsø, Norway, with rescue teams responding to the situation.

The article discusses the ongoing issues in Russia regarding access to basic utilities such as water and heating, highlighting systemic failures.

Residents in Tultitlán protested against the planned renaming of their neighborhood to 'Cuarta Transformación', emphasizing the need for basic services like drainage and water first.

Calgary city officials have announced new water restrictions starting March 9 due to necessary repairs on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main.

The Ontario government is advancing plans to establish public corporations for building water and sewage infrastructure to address escalating costs faced by developers and municipalities.

A local laundry facility in Baltinava, Latvia, is set to close due to declining usage and rising costs, affecting residents without access to water or laundry machines.

A severe 15-minute storm in Bom Despacho, Brazil, caused significant flooding in homes, prompting intervention by fire services without any reported injuries.

The Municipal Department of Water and Sewage of Uberlândia (Dmae) has introduced an option for sending water and sewage bills via email, which is legally equivalent to printed bills.

Heavy rain in Campinas, Brazil led to severe flooding, submerging 21 vehicles and stranding families who sought refuge as emergency services responded.

A fire alarm at a preschool in Nacka was triggered by steam from a water leak in an electrical central, not an actual fire, leading to an evacuation.

The city of Pinheiral in Brazil has declared a state of water emergency due to ongoing supply shortages affecting multiple neighborhoods.

Over 50 homes in Vilkaviškis, Lithuania, are facing water supply issues due to freezing temperatures, with authorities indicating a wait for warmer weather for resolution.

The CEO of EYATH, Anthimos Amanatidis, is preparing new strategies for water management in Thessaloniki amid ongoing developments affecting water tariffs and services.

The article analyzes the high energy footprint of water services in Central and Eastern Europe compared to developed nations, highlighting inefficiencies and the impact of artificially low water tariffs.

Campo Grande in Brazil has made significant strides towards achieving sanitary inclusion, providing basic sanitation services to a large portion of its population.

One person died after a car ended up in the water in Bamble, Norway.

A person was rescued from the water in Bamble and transported to Ullevål hospital after a vehicle was spotted in the water.

A person was recovered from the water in Bamble, Norway, and has been confirmed deceased after an incident involving a vehicle.

Divers and a rescue helicopter are responding to an incident where a vehicle, possibly a moped car, has entered the water in Bamble, Norway.

A car has reportedly gone into the water in Bamble, Norway, with authorities investigating the situation and emergency services deployed.

A water damage incident has been reported at Kaisaniemenkatu 4 in downtown Helsinki, prompting a response from the rescue services.

A small water damage incident occurred in a vacant restaurant located on Kaisaniemenkatu 4 in downtown Helsinki on Sunday afternoon.

The Vila Cristina Health Unit in Piracicaba is suffering from severe maintenance issues, including mold and water infiltration, leading to the transfer of dental services.

President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the government's failures in delivering basic services during his State of the Nation Address, announcing measures to address the water crisis and gang violence.

Sabesp is enhancing water supply and sewage management services in Baixada Santista to accommodate the influx of tourists during Carnival 2026.

A person is in critical condition after falling into the water in Bergen, Norway, while another person is unharmed but cold.

A woman fell into the sea in Bergen, Norway, and was rescued and taken to the hospital after initially being unconscious.

A strategic alliance focusing on water management services has been established between SUEZ INTERNATIONAL and AKTOR GROUP OF COMPANIES in Greece.

Due to frozen water pipes, residents of Vilkaviškis will have access to free shower services at the local sports center.

A significant oil spill has been reported in the water bodies of Kemi, located in the southwestern part of Lapland, Finland.

Due to a frozen water supply in several streets of Vilkaviškis, the municipality is providing residents with necessary hygiene services at the local sports center.

A water supply interruption due to an electrical failure in Biritiba-Mirim affects school classes and health services.

A strategic partnership between SUEZ INTERNATIONAL and AKTOR ATE has been established for water management services in Greece.

Residents in Johannesburg face a severe water crisis, with some neighborhoods experiencing outages of up to 23 days, impacting schools and local services significantly.

A water pipe has broken in the Jynkä district of Kuopio, causing flooding in the area and prompting a response from emergency services.