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Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Spanish News - Water Shortage.

The water shortage in Spain is now at its worst for 50 yrs, so much so that the beaches in Barcelona have had their showers shut off, and of all the public gardens and parks only approximately 18% are regularly watered.
Drastic measures are been put in place if there is no change in the near future. This will be the the delivery of water to the port by large tankers from other regions of Spain and France. These deliveries are due to start early May. Also if necessary water will be brought by rail.
A hose pipe ban is all ready in place, so all car washing and watering of gardens by hose pipe is not allowed.
The latest news is saying that people found breaking the ban will be found up to 3,000€.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Oh Dear

I have a house in Cala Canyelles and I was not aware of this.

We are having a swimming pool built which should be ready for the summer.

I guess we will not be allowed to fill it.

Thanks for the info :-(