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Summer Heat: A Reality Check on Water Shortages in s'Horta and Deià

Understanding Mallorca's water shortages this summer

During hot summers, Mallorca relies on nightly shutdowns and water deliveries as long-term planning lags.

Published: July 01, 2026
Summer Heat: A Reality Check on Water Shortages in s'Horta and Deià

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What is Mallorca doing to address water shortages during hot summers?

Mallorca has seen measures like nightly water shutdowns in some villages and tanker deliveries in others to keep taps flowing during peak heat. These are short-term fixes that highlight the need for long-term infrastructure and planning. The debate points to three unresolved areas: aging pipes and reservoirs, how to dampen demand, and transparency about who uses how much.

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