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Colombia Water Emergency Triggers Bogotá Shutoffs, Energy Risk

The Rio Times · 3h ago · 🇧🇷 Brazil
Colombia Water Emergency Triggers Bogotá Shutoffs, Energy Risk

Climate & Infrastructure Key Facts —National disaster. President Gustavo Petro signed Decree 0037 in January 2024, declaring a 12-month national disaster situation due to El Niño. —Bogotá rationing. The Chingaza reservoir system, supplying 70% of the capital’s water, fell to 16-17% capacity, triggering rotating 24-hour shutoffs across nine zones. —Widespread scarcity. Over 565 municipalities reported […] The post Colombia Water Emergency Triggers Bogotá Shutoffs, Energy Risk appeared first on The Rio Times .

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