Puerto Rico's Water and Sewer Authority
Coverage of Puerto Rico's Water and Sewer Authority 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 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.