health
May 6, 2026
No solutions to the Turimiquire failure: this is how the inhabitants of Cumaná survive the lack of water
The inhabitants of Cumaná face health problems and complications due to the lack of water after the failure in the Turimiquire system
TL;DR
- Cumaná residents have had water flowing from pipes only every five to six days for over two months.
- The critical failure in the Turimiquire system, blamed on an earthquake by authorities, is doubted by locals.
- The lack of water has disrupted daily life, affecting employment and regular school attendance for children.
- Residents are experiencing health problems, including stomach issues from potentially contaminated water and muscle pain from carrying water.
- There is a perceived lack of transparency from authorities regarding the situation and repair efforts.
- Community WhatsApp groups serve as a primary source of information for residents.
- The UN has allocated $2 million from its emergency fund to address urgent health, water, sanitation, and hygiene needs in Sucre state.