Gaza Water Shortage Worsens

The Gaza Strip is facing a severe water crisis that is worsening unprecedentedly due to the destruction of water sources and infrastructure. Additionally, the Israeli occupation continues to prevent the entry of fuel, maintenance materials, and essential spare parts needed to operate the water system. The region suffers from a deficit of approximately 70% in water availability, with around 72 major wells destroyed in Gaza, leading to an unprecedented decline in daily water supplies. The health and environmental crisis is also intensifying, as 24,000 cubic meters of untreated wastewater are discharged into the sea daily, increasing the risks associated with lack of maintenance and operational capacity. International municipalities have called for urgent intervention to open border crossings and allow the entry of fuel and necessary materials, to prevent the water system from shutting down and to alleviate the suffering of residents, especially as temperatures rise and water needs greatly exceed what is available.

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