Israel Assures Stable Water Supply Despite Partial Desalination Plant Operations
Translated & summarized from Now 14 by baba
Israel's water supply is stable despite partial operations at some desalination plants due to water turbidity. Authorities are managing the situation, drawing from the Sea of Galilee and boreholes, and urging responsible consumption.
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- Water supply to public and agriculture remains stable.
- Four desalination plants are operational, some at partial capacity.
- Reduced capacity is due to fluctuations in water turbidity.
- Water is also being pumped from the Sea of Galilee and boreholes.
- Citizens are urged to consume water responsibly.
Despite partial operations at some desalination facilities, Israel's water supply to the public and agriculture remains stable, according to the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure and the Water Authority. Four desalination plants are currently operational, with some running at reduced capacity due to fluctuations in water turbidity.
The reduced capacity is specifically affecting the Sorek A and Ashkelon plants. Concurrently, water is being pumped from the Sea of Galilee and hundreds of boreholes, with Mekorot company continuing to fill reservoirs. Teams from the Water Authority, Mekorot, and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure are actively managing the situation to ensure uninterrupted water provision.
Citizens and local authorities are urged to consume water responsibly and efficiently. The water sector is reported to be stable, with ongoing efforts to maintain supply through diverse sources.
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