Central and southern Italy face severe water shortages; agricultural supplies in Abruzzo, Apulia, and Sicily predicted to run out in three weeks.

Central and southern Italy face severe water shortages, with agricultural supplies in Abruzzo, Apulia, and Sicily predicted to run out in three weeks, according to local authorities. The Occhito reservoir in Apulia has dropped significantly, and Sicily advises tourists to consider alternative destinations. This crisis coincides with Italy expecting a record tourist year, surpassing pre-pandemic levels in 2018-2019.

July 26, 2024
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