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Water Rationing Starts in Sergipe's Greater Aracaju
Sergipe begins water rationing for 3 cities starting Monday as drought worsens.
In brief
Sergipe begins water rationing for 3 cities starting Monday as drought worsens. Sergipe's government starts water rationing in Aracaju, Nossa Senhora do Socorro, and São Cristóvão starting November 16 due to drought and El Niño effects. Originally reported by G1.
Water Rationing Begins
Sergipe government confirms water rationing starts Monday, November 16.
Affected Cities
Aracaju, Nossa Senhora do Socorro, and São Cristóvão will be impacted by rationing.
El Niño Impact
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Drought and El Niño cause below-average rainfall and increased evaporation.
Barra dos Coqueiros Excluded
Barra dos Coqueiros remains outside the first phase of rationing.
Emergency Status
14 municipalities in Sergipe are in emergency due to drought but no rationing yet.
Rationing Schedule
Water cuts occur from 10pm to 7am daily in specific neighborhoods.
City-Specific Details
Aracaju has specific neighborhoods affected on different days of the week.
Historic Water System
Centro Histórico has independent water system managed by Iguá.
Public Guidance
Residents advised to fill water tanks and avoid water-intensive tasks during cuts.
At a glance
Sergipe's government starts water rationing in Aracaju, Nossa Senhora do Socorro, and São Cristóvão starting November 16 due to drought and El Niño effects.
