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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The 2024 water crisis in Grenada is noted as the most severe in 14 years.</p><ul><li>Critically low water levels in reservoirs</li><li>Stringent water restrictions for non-essential usage</li><li>Crop failures and food shortages</li><li>Bush fires exacerbated by a heatwave</li><li>Ongoing relief efforts by the Grenada Red Cross and IFRC</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <p>During a drought, it's essential to adopt water-saving measures and preparing for shortages:</p><ol><li>Limit non-essential water use, such as washing cars or watering lawns.</li><li>Fix any leaks in plumbing to prevent water waste.</li><li>Collect and use rainwater for irrigation if possible.</li><li>Stay informed about local water usage restrictions and emergency measures.</li><li>If experiencing health issues due to heat, seek shade and stay hydrated with safe drinking water.</li></ol>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        <p>Prepare an emergency kit to manage water shortages:</p><ul><li>Store at least a three-day supply of water (one gallon per person per day)</li><li>Include water purification tablets or filters</li><li>Have non-perishable food items that do not require water for preparation</li><li>First aid kit and essential medications</li><li>Battery-operated or hand-crank radio to stay informed</li><li>Flashlights and extra batteries</li></ul>
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Grenada declares a water crisis on May 10, 2024, due to prolonged drought, enforcing stringent water usage restrictions across the island.

Grenada Faces Severe Water Crisis Amid Prolonged Drought

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On May 10, 2024, Grenada declared a water crisis as the island faced a critical shortage of water resources. Prolonged drought conditions combined with insufficient rainfall and aging water infrastructure led to critically low water levels in reservoirs. Stringent water usage restrictions were enforced starting May 12, 2024. Recent rains have provided some relief, but water supplies remain insufficient. Farmers are experiencing crop failures and food shortages, while bush fires caused by a heatwave have exacerbated the crisis. Despite efforts by the Grenada Red Cross and the National Water and Sewage Authority, the water crisis is expected to persist until the peak of the next rainy season.

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