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Drought in Puerto Rico forces rationing of drinking water

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A severe drought in Puerto Rico has necessitated the implementation of a water rationing program for residents. The scarcity of potable water has forced citizens in San Juan to rely on community wells to meet their daily needs.

Residents are actively seeking water throughout the day, often transporting heavy containers up stairs to their homes. This manual process has become a physically demanding but essential routine for the local population as they navigate the ongoing water supply restrictions.

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Read the full story at the source Diario Libre (Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic) · DO
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