Ebre river management body declares 'state of exceptionality' in western Catalonia due to drought
Decision comes a day after Canal d'Urgell closes irrigation system ahead of time in historic first
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Canal d'Urgell closes irrigation system ahead of time due to drought
Mayors call for water rationalization to avoid 'severe restrictions'
Water sports companies forced to halt or reduce activity due to ongoing drought
Kayaking companies in scenic Mont-rebei gorge left with no choice but to move activity, retaining only 10% of customers
Canal d'Urgell water canal to close irrigation system on Tuesday due to drought
First time in history such drastic measure is taken, farmers to call for compensation
2.6 tons of fish culled in Sau reservoir to preserve water quality amid drought
All were invasive species, including catfish, carp, and zander
Drought-stricken Catalonia loses 24% of drinking water, mainly through leaks
Over 260,000 liters lost daily in Badalona and Santa Coloma de Gramenet
Community and municipal swimming pools avoid drought restrictions after all
Government to modify drought legislation "for public health reasons"
Government could drop drought sanctions at water summit with parliamentary groups
25% of municipalities do not comply with new drought decree approved in chamber last week
Climate change, drought, and pests 'deteriorating' health of Catalonia's forests
Environmental authorities evaluate state of 9,000 trees and call for further management
Extreme drought forces fish cull in Sau reservoir to preserve water quality
Climate action department estimates current volume of reservoir can provide water to one million inhabitants for 3 months
Stricter water restrictions come into effect in parts of Catalonia due to drought
Agricultural, industrial, recreational, and personal use limited in 224 municipalities
Water restrictions tightened further in parts of Catalonia due to ongoing drought
Agricultural, industrial, recreational, and personal use limited in Ter and Llobregat river basins near Catalan capital
Stricter water restrictions expected in March and April if drought continues
Catalan government urges citizens to change consumption practices
New drought restrictions in Barcelona area and northeastern Catalonia from Friday
Measures only affect agricultural, industrial, and recreational use, not drinking water
Drought measures affecting over 80% of population to be introduced
Industry and leisure activities see water use restricted for around 6.7 million inhabitants, drinking water not affected
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