The heavy rains in July have brought a welcome increase in the water levels of key reservoirs in Jalisco and Guanajuato, alleviating previous drought conditions. In Jalisco, the water capacity of Lake Chapala has risen to 54.63%, marking a 14.6 percentage-point rise compared to the previous year. This lake is a crucial water source for the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area. The capacity of the Cutzamala System, which is essential for supplying Greater Mexico City, has also increased to 58.5%, up from 56.4% just the previous week.
Guanajuato’s reservoirs are also benefiting from the heavy rains. By mid-July, the capacity of its eight largest dams reached 71.6%, almost double the level from the year before. Many of these dams are now full or nearly full. However, these rains have brought challenges, with flooding occurring in Guanajuato and Mexico City earlier this year.
Water Management Challenges
Despite these positive developments, the National Water Commission notes that the overall dam capacity is still 4% below the historical average for July. Thus, ongoing water management strategies remain crucial as regions across Mexico adapt to changing climate conditions.
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