Puerto Rico agencies launch joint operation to identify illegal water wells

Puerto Rico’s Department of Natural and Environmental Resources (DRNA), Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA), and Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO) have launched a joint operation to identify illegal wells being used to extract and sell water. DRNA …

Puerto Rico Approves $2 Billion Development With Mandarin Oriental and Rosewood Resorts

A proposed $2 billion-plus resort and residential development on Puerto Rico’s southwest coast has cleared a major regulatory hurdle, allowing Reuben Brothers and Three Rules Capital to proceed with one of the Caribbean’s largest planned luxury real estate …

‘Urgent’ Appeal for Dogs at Risk of Dehydration as Puerto Rico Rations Water

One Puerto Rico condo building. 10 families. No water

One Puerto Rico condo building. 10 families. No water

A drought is exposing weaknesses in the government's ability to deliver water. It's begun rationing. In one building in the capital, ten families have rearranged their lives around their faucets. Copyright 2026 NPR

Connecticut's Puerto Rican community spreads awareness amid growing water crisis on the island

The water crisis in Puerto Rico continues to grow as a drought has taken over in parts of San Juan and six other neighboring cities.  It comes after dry conditions with little to no rain and infrastructure problems on the island. As a result, some cities …

The Water Crisis in Puerto Rico

The current water crisis in Puerto Rico is a drought, with water rationing in San Juan and other towns affecting about 180,000 customers. The Carraízo reservoir has fallen to critical levels, and parts of San Juan have been without running water for as …

Puerto Rico raises small-business water disruption incentives to $10,000

The Puerto Rico Department of Economic Development and Commerce (DDEC) has increased financial assistance for small and midsize businesses affected by drinking water disruptions, raising the maximum incentive from $5,000 to $10,000. Gov. Jenniffer González …

Increase in bottled water sales in Puerto Rico

Faced with a water rationing crisis due to structural problems and extreme weather, supermarkets in Puerto Rico, consulted by W JOURNAL, report substantial increases in bottled water sales since last week. According to Félix Aponte, president of the board …

Puerto Rico Tourism Company allocates $2 million for aid program for businesses affected by water interruptions

The Puerto Rico Tourism Company (PRTC) has allocated $2 million for the launch of the “Mano Amiga” Incentive Plan, a new initiative under the “Crece el Encanto” campaign that will provide financial assistance of up to $10,000 to eligible tourism businesses …