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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Water shortages in neighborhoods of Campina Grande and two other cities on Sunday (1st); see list of affected areas

Water supply will be interrupted on Sunday in neighborhoods of Campina Grande and the cities of Pocinhos and Puxinanã due to maintenance work.

Feb 28 • 22:04 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How Mexico City Averted an Extreme Water Crisis

Mexico City successfully avoided a severe water crisis this year despite predictions of dire shortages due to drought.

Feb 27 • 17:49 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Israel partnership sparks hope as drought ravages Somaliland farms

Farmers in Somaliland are struggling with severe drought and water shortages, impacting their crop yields and food security, but partnerships aimed at improving water management may offer some hope.

Feb 26 • 11:30 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
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: R5 Billion Wasted - Municipalities Must Ring-Fence Water Funds As Gauteng Crisis Worsens

The Democratic Alliance urges Gauteng municipalities to secure water revenue to address significant financial losses and infrastructure issues causing water shortages.

Feb 23 • 05:24 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Significant Damage to Energy Infrastructure in Belgorod After Ukrainian Missile Attack

A Ukrainian missile attack has caused severe damage to the energy infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod region, leading to shortages of electricity, heating, and water.

Feb 22 • 23:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Rand Water Granted Temporary Boost to Stabilise Gauteng Supply

The South African government has authorized Rand Water to increase water abstraction from the Integrated Vaal River System to address water shortages in Gauteng due to recent supply disruptions.

Feb 20 • 07:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Once in 30 Years' Low Rainfall" - Drying Dam Affects Vegetables - When Will Rainfall Come?

Japan's Kanto region is experiencing severe water shortages, causing restrictions on water supply and impacting vegetable growth due to a historic drought.

Feb 20 • 01:00 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Neighborhoods of Santarém face water shortages after leak and emergency maintenance

Residents of several neighborhoods in Santarém, Brazil, are experiencing water shortages and low pressure due to a leak in the distribution network that is being repaired.

Feb 19 • 12:41 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Empty dams, less milk and buying water: This is the reality of drought

Drought in New South Wales is causing severe water shortages and impacting farmers' livelihoods, with many struggling to provide for livestock amid ongoing dry conditions.

Feb 19 • 01:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pinheiral declares state of water emergency

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

Feb 17 • 19:09 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

CDMX reports 'traffic chaos' amid contingency: Blocked streets and alternatives in Iztacalco TODAY

Traffic chaos has erupted in eastern Mexico City due to blocked streets and protests over water shortages during an environmental contingency.

Feb 17 • 03:37 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Joyce Banda Recognised At AU Summit

Former Malawian President Joyce Banda was honored with an Award of Excellence for Service to Humanity at the 39th African Union Heads of State Summit in Addis Ababa, focusing on water shortages and regional conflicts.

Feb 16 • 16:08 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
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Water woes for livestock producers as drought drags on

Livestock producers in Victoria are struggling with severe water shortages due to ongoing drought conditions, forcing them to make difficult decisions regarding their livestock.

Feb 15 • 20:14 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
World

People are buying water. Lots of water, bread, rice, and batteries. Because no one knows what will happen tomorrow

Cubans are facing severe shortages amid an economic crisis exacerbated by a fuel blockade imposed by the United States.

Feb 13 • 08:11 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Johannesburg residents protest weeks of dry taps

Residents of Johannesburg are protesting due to nearly a month of water shortages, demanding immediate action from city authorities.

Feb 11 • 16:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

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

Residents in northern Johannesburg suburbs plan to protest due to ongoing water shortages that have left some families without water for nearly a month.

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
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Record snow drought in Western US raises concerns for water shortages and wildfires

A historic snow drought in the Western U.S. is leading to alarm over potential water shortages and increased wildfire risks due to significantly reduced snow cover and higher-than-average temperatures.

Feb 10 • 19:51 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
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 'People Are Already Living Day Zero,' WaterCAN Says As Joburg Taps Run Dry

WaterCAN warns that Johannesburg is experiencing severe water shortages, likening the situation to 'Day Zero,' where residents in some areas have gone without water for up to 20 days.

Feb 10 • 12:18 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 'People Are Already Living Day Zero,' WaterCAN Says As Joburg Taps Run Dry

Johannesburg residents are experiencing extreme water shortages, with some areas facing outages lasting nearly 20 days, prompting calls for a state of disaster declaration.

Feb 10 • 12:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Summer, heat, and drought: what role do biostimulants play against stress?

The article discusses the role of biostimulants, particularly bioinputs, in helping crops cope with stress caused by high temperatures and water shortages during the summer months in Argentina.

Feb 9 • 09:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Neighborhoods in Teresina run out of water after water main rupture; see which ones

Residents of various neighborhoods in South Teresina are facing water shortages due to a ruptured water main caused by heavy rain and a landslide.

Feb 8 • 14:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Breath but not solution given by recent rains to Attica's drought

Recent rains have provided some relief to Attica's water shortages, but the underlying situation remains dire.

Feb 8 • 06:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Procon of Ferraz de Vasconcelos fines Sabesp over R$ 61,000 for water shortages

The Procon of Ferraz de Vasconcelos fined Sabesp R$ 61,537.20 due to water supply failures in the city, impacting essential services and daily life in December.

Feb 6 • 12:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

"We are hunted by Russian drones." A Czech volunteer is just a few hundred meters from Putin's army

Czech volunteer Laura Przybylaková reports on her experiences near Kherson, including Russian drone attacks and the struggle of civilians dealing with power and water shortages due to ongoing hostilities.

Feb 6 • 04:30 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

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
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Protests Before Tournament 2026: Not All Mexicans Are Excited About the World Cup

Growing dissatisfaction among the Mexican population regarding violence, water shortages, and rising rents is leading to protests, which may gain international attention with the upcoming World Cup.

Feb 3 • 09:35 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

How ‘day zero’ water shortages in Iran are fuelling protests

Iran is experiencing severe water shortages due to ongoing drought, leading to protests as cities face the risk of running out of water completely.

Jan 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Zelensky declares state of emergency in Ukraine’s energy sector as crisis worsens

President Zelensky has announced a state of emergency in Ukraine's energy sector due to worsening conditions from Russian attacks, particularly in Kyiv where residents are facing severe shortages of power, heating, and water.

Jan 14 • 18:17 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Newsom accuses Trump of spreading 'hurricane force bulls---' during deadly California wildfires

Governor Gavin Newsom criticized President Donald Trump for spreading misinformation about water shortages during the deadly California wildfires, highlighting the impact of these false claims nearly a year later.

Jan 6 • 17:12 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Al Jazeera monitors the suffering of displaced people in shelters and tents in the city of Gaza

Displaced people in Gaza face worsening conditions due to limited humanitarian aid and severe Israeli restrictions, resulting in shortages of food, clean water, and shelter vulnerabilities exacerbated by recent weather events.

Jan 4 • 14:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From North to South of the American Continent in Two Minutes

The article provides a quick tour from the northern to the southern tip of the American continent, showcasing the largest photovoltaic plant in Central America and solutions for water shortages in rural Chile, as well as the connection between two Canadian cities separated by a river home to white sturgeon.

Dec 26 • 13:50 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

Cuba on the brink of energy collapse. Without electricity, there is no water, infections are spreading, and people are dying

Cuba is facing a severe energy crisis leading to water shortages, the spread of infections, and rising mortality as millions endure up to sixteen hours without electricity.

Dec 24 • 05:48 UTC

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