- Because of the drought that has been going on for months, France is setting up a crisis team.
- The situation could get worse in the coming weeks, says Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne.
- Restrictions on water consumption already apply in large parts of the country.
“This drought is the worst that has ever been recorded in our country,” said a statement on Friday. The lack of rain is exacerbated by successive heat waves, which increase both evaporation and the need for water. The situation could continue in the coming two weeks and become even more worrying.
Environment Minister Christophe Béchu said on Friday that there are currently more than 100 communes in France without drinking water. Because the sewage system is empty there, water is brought in by truck.
restricted water use
In France, large parts of the mainland are now suffering from drought. Depending on the severity, there are different restrictions on water use – for example when watering. Borne called on the population to use water sparingly. Béchu warned that you have to get used to dry periods like the current one. But he also assured that the more tense the situation is, the more priority will be given to making water available for drinking instead of, for example, for industry.