The water shortage in the capital city, Greater Santo Domingo is causing delays in the delivery of water tank trucks due to the demand. The Santo Domingo Water Corporation (CAASD) says it supplies a million and a half gallons of water to low-income barrios. But the demand in residential areas is now increasing as water flow has diminished.
The water shortage in Santo Domingo is causing delays in the delivery of water tank trucks. The situation is expected to continue. A water tank that cost RD$1,300 is now going for RD$1,700. The companies say the truckers have to wait for long lines to source the water.
The situation is expected to continue and people are being warned of the delays and the need to reduce wasting water.
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El Caribe
17 May 2023