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North America’s biggest city is running out of water

Today, Explained

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Crisis Beneath the Surface

This chapter delves into Mexico City's critical water shortage, highlighting the city's reliance on dwindling underground sources and distant dams. It examines the effects of historical flooding, population growth, and climate change on the city's infrastructure and water distribution challenges.

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