Dangerously Low on Water, Cape Town Now Faces ‘Day Zero’

5/6/2018

This article from The New York Times discusses the severe water crisis faced by Cape Town, South Africa, and the concept of 'Day Zero,' which refers to the day when the city's water supply would be shut off. The article provides an overview of the factors that led to the crisis, including a combination of drought, population growth, and mismanagement of water resources. It highlights the desperate measures taken by the city to conserve water and the impact on the daily lives of its residents. The article also explores the long-term implications of the water crisis and the lessons that other cities can learn from Cape Town's experience.

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