Extreme heat, lack of rain trigger water shortages in Albay

LIGAO CITY, ALBAY, Philippines — Prolonged extreme heat and the absence of rain have caused water shortages in several areas of Albay province, prompting local governments to conduct water rationing.

Mayor Fernando V.

Gonzalez said in an interview with the Inquirer that the city government has been distributing water daily, particularly to upland communities.

“The ...