Puerto Rico is implementing water rationing measures in San Juan amid an intense drought, raising questions for American tourists visiting the Caribbean island. More than 180,000 water customers will face 48-hour water outages on an alternating schedule.
Drought Impact
Historical weather data shows that July was the driest month for San Juan in more than 120 years, as well as the second-hottest month on record. The U.S. Drought Monitor reports that nearly 25% of Puerto Rico is experiencing a severe drought and another 36% is under a moderate drought.
Tourists are concerned about the shortage, with one Reddit user asking about the impact on restaurants and bars. Other users offered mixed assessments, with some saying hotels have emergency water supplies and others warning of potential disruptions to businesses and restaurants.
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