The government is exploring innovative solutions as Greece grapples with a severe water shortage crisis…
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The Municipality of Nea Propontida in Chalkidiki has declared a state of emergency due to a severe water shortage. Emergency measures will be in place until September 27, with possible extensions if needed. Mayor Manolis Karas called the situation "dramatic" but affirmed the municipality's commitment to addressing the crisis.
Greece is facing severe water shortages due to a prolonged drought, impacting both farmers and residents. With harvests threatened, farmer Dimitris Papadakis relies on water trucks to save his olive grove. The crisis is worsened by a surge in tourist numbers and widespread water cuts. Local officials and experts call for improved water management and conservation measures to address the escalating problem, which has also led to dried-up lakes and the endangerment of wildlife.
The Athens Water Supply and Sewerage Company (EYDAP) is utilizing additional water sources, including springs and boreholes in Mavrosouvala and reserves from Lake Yliki, to address a prolonged water shortage. While EYDAP assures there’s no immediate need for water restrictions, the company warns that continued drought could escalate the situation.
The Mornos River, which supplies water to Attica, is experiencing critically low water reserves, meaning that drought now directly threatens the capital region... If the water level drops much further, it will be impossible to pump water. This means that the Athenians will have to move.