Israel running out of water

Israel’s usable water supply is at an all-time low.

Water levels are down owing to four straight years of drought, precipitation is inadequate, and private consumption is increasing. Quotas for farmers and water rationing for Israelis has already begun in the north and the Sea of Galilee may soon stop pumping.

According to the UN water index, the minimum quantity of water each person needs is 79,200 gallons per year. Israel’s water sources can supply only 31,680 gallons per person per year, a scant 40% of the UN minimum. Israel can’t survive without water, the essence of life.