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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daule: residents of urbanizations in La Aurora report extended water cuts

Residents in La Aurora, Daule, have reported a significant disruption of potable water supply since February 28, causing complaints to surge on social media.

Mar 1 • 15:58 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Car accident led to water shortage at Veitna training

A car accident has caused a water shortage during a training session for Veitna.

Feb 25 • 19:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Protest against water shortage blocks traffic on avenue in Aracaju

A protest against water shortages in Aracaju has disrupted traffic, leading to the burning of materials and police presence at the site.

Feb 25 • 17:56 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Closing the swimming pool due to water shortage

A swimming pool is being closed in Iceland due to a water shortage.

Feb 24 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government of PB inaugurates operational supply center and talks about ensuring 'quicker response' to water shortage issues

The Government of Paraíba has inaugurated a new operational center aimed at improving water supply responses in response to persistent shortages in the metropolitan area of João Pessoa.

Feb 19 • 23:06 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Record Low Rainfall, A Former Village from a Drying Dam - The Current Situation of Winter Water Shortages

Japan is experiencing record low rainfall, leading to significant water shortages and the emergence of submerged structures due to dropping water levels in dams.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Around 300,000 residents without water in Odesa

Around 300,000 residents in Odesa, Ukraine, are without water due to power outages caused by Russian drone attacks.

Feb 12 • 07:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water shortage in Biritiba Mirim suspends classes and service at health clinics

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

Feb 11 • 18:27 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Johannesburg Residents March Over Dry Taps - South African News Briefs - February 11, 2025

Residents across northern Johannesburg are planning to protest against ongoing water outages that have plagued their suburbs.

Feb 11 • 05:49 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Desperate Measures - Joburg Residents Pushed to the Brink After Days and Even Weeks Without Water

Residents in Johannesburg, South Africa, are facing severe water shortages, with some areas experiencing up to 23 days without water, impacting schools and daily life.

Feb 11 • 05:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bottle Baths and Cinema Without Bathrooms: Water Shortage Affects All Regions of São Paulo

Residents of São Paulo are adapting to severe water shortages that have resulted in reduced pressure supply across the metropolitan area, impacting daily routines and basic services.

Feb 10 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents block Pedro Álvares Cabral Avenue in protest against water shortage in Belém

Residents in Belém blocked a major avenue to protest a water shortage that has lasted for 20 days.

Feb 10 • 12:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Limeira Polyclinic cancels 26 medical procedures due to water shortage after pipeline work

The Dr. Odair A. Ragazzo de Camargo Polyclinic in Limeira canceled 26 medical procedures due to a water supply issue following maintenance work on the pipeline.

Feb 9 • 20:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Repair of Sabesp pipeline causes water shortage for over 24 hours in neighborhoods of Pindamonhangaba, SP

A pipeline repair by Sabesp has resulted in over 24 hours of water supply disruption for several neighborhoods in Pindamonhangaba, São Paulo, with restoration expected by Sunday.

Feb 7 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Waterless in Þórshöfn for the second day in a row

Residents of Þórshöfn are experiencing water shortages for the second consecutive day due to ongoing supply issues.

Feb 4 • 12:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents report lack of water for seven days in the Treze de Maio neighborhood, in João Pessoa

Residents of the Treze de Maio neighborhood in João Pessoa have reported that they have been without regular water supply for at least seven days, affecting both households and local businesses.

Feb 3 • 22:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In the midst of a heatwave, drought worsens in southern Brazil; see forecast

A drought in Southern Brazil is expected to worsen in early February, particularly in Rio Grande do Sul, where the combination of scarce rainfall and intense heat increases the risk of water shortages in the short term.

Feb 3 • 17:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

South East Water's fat cat boss could bag £400k bonus while thousands of taps run DRY

David Hinton, CEO of South East Water, may receive a £400,000 bonus amid significant water shortages affecting numerous households.

Jan 15 • 14:34 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Drought: We lost a Mornos in 4 years - How long will Attica endure, revealing numbers

Despite recent rains improving reservoir conditions in Attica, a severe water shortage remains a pressing issue as highlighted by the latest data from EYDAP.

Jan 15 • 06:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

More than 100,000 El Paso residents left with little to no water after main break

More than 100,000 residents in El Paso, Texas, are without adequate water after a significant main break, with restoration efforts expected to take until midweek.

Jan 12 • 20:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Snow shortage in the Himalayas threatens water supply for billions of people

Himalayas are losing snow cover, leading to severe implications for water supply in the region as winters have seen a significant decrease in snowfall over the past five years.

Jan 12 • 08:28 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Tunisian activists fight for communities for access to water amidst shortage

Tunisian activists are advocating for their communities' rights to access water during a significant shortage.

Jan 6 • 13:49 UTC

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