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Severe Storm Disrupts Israel's Water Supply, Leading to Rationing
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First reported by Srugim · 1 hour ago
What happened
A severe storm has caused high turbidity in Israeli seawater, forcing the shutdown of desalination plants and leading to a water crisis. The Water Authority has reduced agricultural water supply and Jerusalem is preparing for potential rationing.
- 01Storm causes severe seawater turbidity, shutting down desalination plants.
- 02Water Authority cuts agricultural supply to prioritize residents.
- 03Jerusalem prepares for emergency water distribution points.
- 04Mekorot increases production to compensate for shortages.
- 05Southern region and Jerusalem face the most severe impacts.
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