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Cape Town, South Africa is running out of water
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Cape Town, South Africa is running out of water

The combination of a lack of rainfall and an explosion of urban growth has pushed the city's reservoirs to their limits and is forcing officials to consider turning off the taps.

There is a water crisis in Cape Town. Travelers should be prepared (and can help)
www.nytimes.com

There is a water crisis in Cape Town. Travelers should be prepared (and can help)

Visitors will be alerted to the need for conservation when they land at the airport. The city and hotels are encouraging sustainable practices.
There is a water crisis in Cape Town. Travelers should be prepared (and can help)
www.nytimes.com

There is a water crisis in Cape Town. Travelers should be prepared (and can help)

Visitors will be alerted to the need for conservation when they land at the airport. The city and hotels are encouraging sustainable practices.
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