Gaza's water shortage hits 70%
The Gaza Strip is suffering from an unprecedented water crisis due to the destruction of wells, pumping stations, and desalination facilities. The occupation continues to block the entry of fuel, maintenance materials, and spare parts necessary to operate the water system. Water production has sharply declined, with about 70% of the daily needs—totaling 100,000 cubic meters in Gaza City—being unmet, following the destruction of approximately 72 main wells. In addition, the sewage crisis is worsening significantly, as 24,000 cubic meters of untreated wastewater are discharged daily into the sea, posing severe health and environmental threats to the residents. Municipalities are calling for immediate international intervention to pressure the occupation to open border crossings and allow the entry of essential materials needed to rehabilitate the water infrastructure. They warn that if the situation persists, it will threaten the lives of the population and increase the risks of disease and epidemics. Furthermore, the city of Khan Younis, which has suffered up to 95% destruction of its water sources, is experiencing a severe water shortage. The available water quantities have decreased from about 3 million liters per day to roughly 1 million liters—enough to meet only 30-40% of the residents' needs.
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