Water levels in Puerto Rico's reservoirs continue trending downward amid a low-rainfall period that has left the island under dry conditions, according to daily monitoring by the Puerto Rico Aqueduct and Sewer Authority (AAA). As of Tuesday's report, updated at 5:00 a.m., most monitored reservoirs remain within safe levels, though some are approaching watch categories. Two reservoirs are now classified at the observation level: Carraízo in Trujillo Alto and Cidra, both of which have seen declining storage levels in recent days.
Meanwhile, Guineo in Orocovis remains the only reservoir in the overflow category, with a level of 902.21 meters. The decline comes as Puerto Rico faces an ongoing rainfall deficit that has caused dry conditions in various parts of the island. The lack of precipitation in recent weeks has slowed the natural recovery of reservoirs, a situation officials say could worsen if low-rainfall days combined with high temperatures continue.
The AAA said it is maintaining monitoring of storage levels and urged residents to use water responsibly during this period of reduced water availability.