## Villa del Campo Faces Severe Water Shortage Amid Heatwave
The area of Villa del Campo experienced the most significant water service disruption this past weekend, according to Jesús García Castro, director of the State Commission of Public Services of Tijuana (CESPT). Due to an intense heatwave, water supply trucks were sent to residents in the affected region to address the shortage.
García Castro explained that an electrical failure led to the breakdown of several water pumps, which delayed restoration efforts. Although disruptions were significant, he emphasized that such incidents are exceptions and that most neighborhoods are generally being serviced. Another area, Otay, also faced a brief water service interruption due to a pump failure but saw restoration within a day.
The CESPT head reported that the excessive temperatures over the weekend caused a 10% spike in water demand compared to a typical summer weekend. “This increase in consumption presents a challenge for our system. We need to adapt quickly to such changes, though the heat season is nearing its end, and the rainy season is approaching,” García Castro remarked.
The state utility indicated that the elevated demand affected the water levels in tanks servicing Natura, La Obrera, Cerro Colorado, and Panamericano, leading to low pressure or intermittent water supply, particularly in higher-altitude areas. However, they assure that most of the city’s main tanks are functioning adequately.
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**Electrical Faults and Heat Strain Tijuana’s Water Supply**
Recent news highlights further issues stemming from electrical faults and an intense heatwave exacerbating the water supply challenges in Tijuana. High temperatures have pushed infrastructure to its limits, causing frequent interruptions and demanding quick, adaptive responses from the CESPT.
Reports indicate that not only Villa del Campo but other neighborhoods like Natura, La Obrera, Cerro Colorado, and Panamericano have experienced considerable pressure drops. The heightened demand has put additional stress on an already strained system. Electrical faults in the Otay area briefly compounded these issues, though they were addressed within a day.
As these problems underline the region’s vulnerability to extreme weather conditions, CESPT is working hard to mitigate disruptions and ensure steady water flow. The impending shift from the hot season to the rainy season may offer some relief, but the situation underscores the importance of robust infrastructure to handle such variances in climate and demand.