Azuero Water Crisis: Unfit for Drinking Despite Restoration Efforts

Azuero Water Remains Unfit for Consumption Despite Planned Restoration Panama City, June 10, 2025 – Azuero residents face an ongoing water crisis despite the announcement that water service would be restored to the region's treatment plants by midnight on Monday, June 9th. Health Minister Fernando Boyd Galindo issued a critical warning: "The water being sent, or about to be sent, is not potable. It cannot be used for drinking; it's only suitable for bathing and washing." This statement highlights the severity of the situation and underscores the urgent need for alternative safe water sources. The Ministry of Health continues to monitor the water quality and will provide updates as soon as the water is deemed safe for consumption. This ongoing situation highlights the importance of access to clean drinking water and the challenges faced in ensuring public health in the region.