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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 26, 2026Miami-Dade

U.S. government declares drought disaster for over 20 Puerto Rican municipalities

The U.S. government has officially declared a drought disaster across more than 20 cities and towns in Puerto Rico. This designation comes as water supply issues intensify across the island with no immediate relief forecast.

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Why It Matters

The allows affected municipalities to access federal resources and support to manage the ongoing water crisis impacting residents and local infrastructure.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. government issued a formal drought disaster declaration on Wednesday.
  • The declaration covers more than 20 cities and towns across Puerto Rico.
  • Water supply problems are reported to be worsening across the island.
  • Meteorological forecasts indicate no immediate relief from dry conditions.

Who's Mentioned

organizationRAFI“Non-profit organization providing technical assistance to farmers.”organizationU.S. government“The entity issuing the disaster declaration.”personIrving Rodríguez“Secretary of Agriculture of Puerto Rico.”personMiguel Romero“Mayor of San Juan.”locationPuerto Rico“The primary location affected by the drought.”organizationU.S. Department of Agriculture“Federal agency that issued the disaster declaration.”personFello Pérez“Technical assistance provider for RAFI.”personJenniffer González“Governor of Puerto Rico who requested the disaster declaration.”locationSan Juan“Dateline location of the report.”