The director of the Acapulco Water and Wastewater Commission (CAPAMA), Antonio Lorenzo Rojas Marcial, has acknowledged that over 80,000 residents in Acapulco are still without potable water, nearly two months after a significant earthquake struck San Marcos, Guerrero on January 2. The situation remains dire as local infrastructure has been critically affected, illustrating the challenges faced by municipal authorities in restoring essential services to the population.

Additionally, CAPAMA has reported that out of 21 wastewater treatment plants in the region, only four are currently operational, meaning that roughly 40% of the wastewater generated is untreated. Guillermo Alemán Hernández, the technical director of the agency, highlighted the operational status of these facilities, mentioning that the main treatment plant at Aguas Blancas has a capacity of 1,350 liters per second, with additional smaller plants contributing to a total operational capacity of approximately 1,500 liters per second. This starkly showcases the inadequacies following the earthquake and reflects a broader crisis in water management.

The ongoing water crisis affects not just the health and safety of the residents but poses significant implications for public trust in governmental agencies and highlights the urgent need for investment in infrastructure post-disaster. CAPAMA's operational shortcomings and the lengthy recovery efforts serve as a reminder of the need for strategic planning and resilient infrastructure to better prepare for such natural disasters in the future.