AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWater Crisis Update: Puerto Rico’s drought has triggered mandatory 48-hour rotating water shutoffs starting Friday, hitting about 180,000 customers in San Juan and nearby municipalities; residents report daily-life disruption as the rationing escalates. Infrastructure Pressure: Coverage highlights that the water system already loses roughly 60% of treated water to leaks and aging distribution, turning drought impacts into an emergency. Business Relief Push: The Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce is urging small and medium-sized businesses affected by the rationing to apply for grants up to $5,000 under its Economic Recovery Incentive Program. Emergency Aid Effort: A South Florida company is sending water-making machines that extract water from air to help ease shortages while the utility crisis continues. Tourism Watch: The rationing is also raising concerns for travelers and cruise schedules as tourists weigh whether the outages will affect hotels, restaurants, and plans. Local Economy Context: Telecom provider Liberty Puerto Rico reported mixed Q2 results, with revenue down 5% year over year even as its subscriber base grew.
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