Puerto Rico’s Water Crisis: Drought, Decay, and a Policy Gap
TL;DR
Drought, extreme heat, sediment buildup in reservoirs, and aging infrastructure have driven a severe water shortage in San Juan and surrounding areas, triggering emergency rationing, long lines for water, and government efforts including FEMA support amid criticism of management. While cisterns help some households, long‑term relief hinges on transparent dashboards, better cross‑agency coordination, and policy reforms outlined in Puerto Rico’s Climate Change Mitigation, Adaptation, and Resilience Plan.
Topics:worldpolicy-and-politics#drought#infrastructure#policy-and-politics#puerto-rico#water-crisis#water-management
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