Three months left: Crimea faces new water supply crisis
Illustrative photo: worsening water crisis in Crimea (GettyImages)
Water supply issues in Crimea are rapidly worsening amid drought conditions and falling reservoir levels, according to the Center for National Resistance.
The water crisis in Crimea is escalating rapidly, with reserves in Alushta expected to last only about three months, according to available reports. Russian-installed officials on the peninsula have admitted they are seeking ways to stabilize supply, but no concrete plans have been presented so far.
In several settlements, water rationing schedules have already been introduced, while in some areas, residents are forced to collect water from natural sources unsuitable for drinking.
Simferopol tensions
In Simferopol, tensions are rising amid discussions within the local administration about possible personnel reshuffles. Sources claim that occupation leader Sergei Aksyonov is attempting to shift blame onto the Russian Defense Ministry, accusing the military of excessive water use for training grounds. Meanwhile, Moscow is reportedly preparing internal inspections and staff changes in Crimea’s administration.
Rationing and tank deliveries
Local authorities are now discussing temporary rationing schedules and the use of water trucks to deliver technical water. Experts warn, however, that such measures can only delay an impending disaster unless sustainable sources are secured for the peninsula.
Background
Recently, a fire reignited at an Atan fuel depot in the village of Hvardiiske following a Ukrainian drone strike on October 17. The blaze, which had previously been contained, spread to new fuel tanks.
Additionally, Ukrainian forces reportedly destroyed a modern Russian Valday radar system in occupied Crimea. Intelligence sources indicate that the equipment was completely burned and beyond repair.
