Palestinians struggle to find water as clean sources become scarce in Gaza

Hundreds of thousands of Gaza City residents lost access to clean water after Israeli military actions damaged the pipeline operated by state-owned Mekorot, which had been supplying 70% of the city’s water, according to municipal authorities.

Water supply rates declined to an average of 3-5 liters per person per day, which is below the World Health Organization’s minimum requirement of 15 liters, authorities said. Residents reported a severe thirst crisis in Gaza. Israel’s military said it is in contact with organizations to coordinate the repair of the pipeline, according to Reuters.