As the water shortage crisis in Kabul intensifies, residents of several areas in the capital say access to drinking water has become a serious daily challenge, disrupting the lives of thousands of families. According to locals, the drying up of local water sources has forced some families to buy water daily from tanker trucks or wait for hours in long queues. This situation is described as especially difficult for low-income families. Mohammad Ali, a Kabul resident, said, “In the area where we live, we are facing water shortages. People come from the hilltop and wait for hours for a barrel of water. There is no water.” Faisal, another resident, added, “The water has dried up in this area; there is no water anywhere. Every day, I buy water from a tanker.” Some other capital residents emphasize that only families with financial means can obtain the water they need. Ali Mohammad, a Kabul resident, stated, “Those who are better off buy water; those who are not, use whatever water is available. Some give water, some do not, saying if they give water, none will be left for themselves.” This comes as the United Nations had previously warned that Kabul faces a serious water crisis; a warning now tangibly reflected in the daily lives of citizens. Residents are calling on responsible authorities to take immediate and fundamental measures to manage water resources and ease the pressure on families.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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