Miguel Romero
Coverage of Miguel Romero in the Nexus archive.
- Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages
Puerto Rico faces severe water shortages affecting thousands, prompting National Guard activation and emergency measures. The crisis, linked to aging infrastructure, has led to daily struggles for residents, with the elderly and disabled hit hardest, and a lawsuit filed by San Juan's mayor against the island's water authority.
- Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages
Puerto Ricans are experiencing severe water shortages, leading to National Guard activation and daily emergency responses. Residents, particularly the elderly and disabled, struggle with hauling water for basic needs as infrastructure issues and a lack of maintenance exacerbate the crisis. The governor has not publicly identified the cause, and a lawsuit has been filed against the Water and Sewer Authority.
- Once beset by power outages, Puerto Ricans also hit with severe water shortages
Puerto Ricans in San Juan and other areas face severe water shortages, prompting the governor to activate the National Guard and emergency water distribution. Residents, including the elderly and disabled, struggle to access water, with some relying on hauling buckets and spending weeks without service. Infrastructure neglect and a lawsuit by the mayor highlight systemic issues.