Girona to shut off showers in public sports centers as ‘educational measure’ against drought
Aim according to city mayor is “to use as little water as possible”
Aim according to city mayor is “to use as little water as possible”
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Catalan proposal includes linking reservoirs in Priorat to guarantee irrigation support
Barcelona to be placed in most serious state of emergency in first half of January
The solution "for now" is to "save as much water as possible," David Mascort says
They recommend linking water networks of Tarragona and Barcelona
Water flow to be reduced, new farms and hotels postponed, and use of showers in locker rooms banned
New restrictions could include water cuts and pressure reduction
Ebre river network reservoirs are at 31% capacity, approaching lowest level in 25 years
Fines for locals who fill their pools can go up to €1,500
Government issues call to reduce water consumption "at all levels"
Water production and desalination to double, as Catalan Water Agency triples its previous spending plan
Dozens of agricultural vehicles traveled from western Catalonia to Ebre river authority in Zaragoza
First time in history such drastic measure is taken, farmers to call for compensation
Catalan government urges citizens to change consumption practices
Industry and leisure activities see water use restricted for around 6.7 million inhabitants, drinking water not affected