Drought-stricken Spain grapples with water shortage as stocks at record low

By Adri Salido

ANKARA (AA) - Spain's large reservoir Rialb paints a current picture of the country's water crisis, with its level plunging to the lowest point in over three decades.

The severity of the situation becomes apparent through the photos, capturing the visible impact of the water shortage crisis.

Standing at a mere 8% of its capacity, the Rialb reservoir in the Catalan province of Lleida is an important water resource in the region, contributing to agriculture and renewable energy production.

As Spain battles the combined effects of climate change and poor water management, the pressing issue of water scarcity takes center stage, demanding urgent action and resourceful solutions to mitigate the hardships faced by communities grappling with the grip of drought.