In Gaza, securing drinking water has become a daily struggle as soaring temperatures intensify an already severe shortage. The war with Israel has destroyed or damaged nearly 90% of Gaza’s water and sanitation infrastructure, according to UNICEF, escalating the situation into a deadly humanitarian crisis.
WHO:UNICEF
WHAT:Extreme heat escalates Gaza’s drinking-water shortage amid widespread damage to water and sanitation infrastructure.
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 6:49 AM ET
WHERE:Gaza
WHY:Soaring temperatures are worsening an already severe shortage caused by destruction and damage to water and sanitation infrastructure.
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