Damascus Braces for Severe Water Crisis as Ain al-Fijeh Spring Drops to Historic Lows - The Syrian Observer

Damascus Braces for Severe Water Crisis as Ain al-Fijeh Spring Drops to Historic Lows - The Syrian Observer

Damascus is facing an impending water crisis as the flow from Ain al-Fijeh spring—responsible for over 70% of the city’s water supply—has dropped to just 3 cubic meters per second, down from more than 6 in previous years. Government ministries and public institutions have launched emergency repair and mitigation plans, but officials warn the city may experience its most severe drought in decades. Water authorities, led by Damascus Water Director…

Damascus Faces Historic Water Shortage After Driest Winter in Decades - The Media Line

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