Water shortage in Ticino
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Drought in Ticino, Switzerland has led to water restrictions in 15% of the municipalities. It also caused low water levels in lakes and rivers, raising concerns for fish populations and agriculture. Water shortage in Ticino is affecting various sectors critically. Farmers and authorities are taking precautions, including preparing water tanks, as they begin their planting season. The Ticino Water Supply Association plans to launch an app to encourage water conservation. Meanwhile, water providers are urging residents to reduce usage.
The president of the Ticino Water Supply Association said the area had not had sufficient rain in the last 18 months. The situation is expected to worsen due to climate change. Urgent action is demanded due to the ongoing water shortage in Ticino. The water providers’ association is launching an information campaign to encourage a shift in people’s perception of water availability. They aim to prompt people to conserve water. People had grown up with a feeling of abundance of water supply in the region. Yet, since the drought of 2003, many policies have been implemented and investments accomplished to improve water usage.
The current situation is more difficult than ever. Therefore, bans on specific water usage will be implemented. The first measure is to ban pool and paddling pool filling and car washing. Water shortage in Ticino necessitates these measures. If water levels drop further, watering lawns will also stop. The association will inform consumers by mail. They will soon release an app that indicates when and for what purposes water usage is allowed, modeled after the “Alertswiss” emergency alert application.
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