Jacobin
US · 1 hrs ago
Puerto Rico’s Water Crisis Is Also a Debt Crisis
This summer, hundreds of thousands of Puerto Ricans are experiencing widespread service interruptions, inconsistent flow, low-pressure, and a lack of access to clean and safe potable water. The search for water oases or cistern trucks has become a daily household task for many, as more than 150,000 residents across seven municipalities face the imposition of strict periods.water rationing
This latest water emergency is partially the result of long-standing maintenance neglect and major breaks…
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