Drinking water not at risk yet but Swiss agriculture under strain

The current drought is forcing many local authorities to restrict water consumption. No problems are expected with regard to drinking water, despite the heatwave forecast for next week. The situation is more difficult when it comes to water for agricultural use. Switzerland continues to have abundant water resources, according to the enivroment ministry. However, periods of drought could lead, at a regional level and for a limited period, to water shortages and conflicts over water use.…