Venezuela's Water Crisis: Residents of Miranda Face Dire Situation

Water Crisis in Miranda, Venezuela: Residents Face Weeks Without Clean Water Valles del Tuy, Miranda, Venezuela – Residents of Valles del Tuy are facing a severe water crisis, enduring weeks without access to clean drinking water. Videos circulating on social media show residents carrying heavy containers to collect water and paying for expensive water deliveries. Even when water does arrive, it is often dirty and foul-smelling, posing health risks to the community. "Aquí en el Tuy, vivir sin agua se ha convertido en algo normal," says one resident in a recent video. "Semanas sin una gota saliendo por las tuberías." The video highlights the daily struggles faced by people who are forced to spend their money on water instead of other essential things. The water shortage has become a significant political issue in the upcoming elections, with candidates addressing the crisis in their campaigns. Juan Requesens, a candidate for governor of Miranda, has used the video to highlight the need for change and improvement in water management. He states that this is unacceptable and that voters should elect him to solve the problem. The situation in Valles del Tuy underscores the urgent need for improved water infrastructure and effective governance to address water scarcity and ensure access to clean water for all residents.