Water Crisis in Mexico City

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Exploring the critical water situation in Mexico City, the chapter details the historical context of the city built on a lake and facing water scarcity. It delves into the reasons behind the water shortage, the sinking infrastructure like churches, and the high consumption of bottled water due to distrust of the supply. Furthermore, it discusses how residents, rich and poor alike, are dealing with water shortages and the government's initiatives for short and long-term solutions.

Officials say “Day Zero” is imminent in Mexico City. A walk through the city reveals the historical roots of the water crisis, its present-day challenges, and the potential solutions.

This episode was produced by Jesse Alejandro Cottrell, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard with help from Anouck Dussaud, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.

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